Csah 34 over Blue Earth River
FairBlue Earth County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI SW of JCT CR 126 · Structure no. 07514
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 261 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 183
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 34 over Blue Earth River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 34 over Blue Earth River in Blue Earth County, Minnesota. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 183 vehicles a day, projected to reach 160 by 2041. The structure is 261 ft (79.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 34 over Blue Earth River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 34 over Blue Earth River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 34 over Blue Earth River carry?
About 183 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Csah 34 over Blue Earth River?
The structure is 261 ft (79.6 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 34 over Blue Earth River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.