Csah 13 over Big Cottonwood River
GoodBrown County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI S of JCT Csah 26 · Structure no. 08512
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 321 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,428
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 13 over Big Cottonwood River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 13 over Big Cottonwood River in Brown County, Minnesota. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 2,428 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,200 by 2041. The structure is 321 ft (97.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 13 over Big Cottonwood River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 13 over Big Cottonwood 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 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 13 over Big Cottonwood River carry?
About 2,428 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Csah 13 over Big Cottonwood River?
The structure is 321 ft (97.9 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 13 over Big Cottonwood River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.