US Bridges

Csah 16 over Stream

Good

Blue Earth County, Minnesota · 1.0 MI S of Stadium RD · Structure no. 07J09

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,628
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Csah 16 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Csah 16 over Stream in Blue Earth County, Minnesota. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 1,628 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,900 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesCsah 16
CrossesStream
Location1.0 MI S of Stadium RD
RouteCounty Highway 16
Coordinates44.13053, -94.00429
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length28 ft (8.4 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,628 (2021)
Projected traffic1,900 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Csah 16 over Stream built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Csah 16 over Stream 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 2024.

How much traffic does Csah 16 over Stream carry?

About 1,628 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Csah 16 over Stream?

The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.4 m).

Who owns Csah 16 over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.