CR 172 over Le Sueur River
FairBlue Earth County, Minnesota · 1.2 MI S of JCT Csah 15 · Structure no. 07540
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 143 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 154
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 172 over Le Sueur River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 172 over Le Sueur River in Blue Earth County, Minnesota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 6 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 154 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2042. The structure is 143 ft (43.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 172 over Le Sueur River built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 172 over Le Sueur 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 2024.
How much traffic does CR 172 over Le Sueur River carry?
About 154 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is CR 172 over Le Sueur River?
The structure is 143 ft (43.5 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns CR 172 over Le Sueur River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.