Csah 32 over Perch Creek
GoodBlue Earth County, Minnesota · 0.4 MI NW of JCT Csah 10 · Structure no. 7243
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 137 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 145
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 32 over Perch Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 32 over Perch Creek in Blue Earth County, Minnesota. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 137 ft (41.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 32 over Perch Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 32 over Perch Creek 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 Perch Creek carry?
About 145 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Csah 32 over Perch Creek?
The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 32 over Perch Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.