Csah 32 over Watonwan River
GoodBlue Earth County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI N of JCT Csah 31 · Structure no. 07551
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 145
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 32 over Watonwan River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 32 over Watonwan River in Blue Earth County, Minnesota. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 145 vehicles a day, projected to reach 145 by 2042. The structure is 240 ft (73 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 32 over Watonwan River built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 32 over Watonwan River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 32 over Watonwan River carry?
About 145 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Csah 32 over Watonwan River?
The structure is 240 ft (73 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 32 over Watonwan River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.