US Bridges

Csah 1 over Otter Creek

Fair

Carlton County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI S of JCT TH 210 · Structure no. L1182

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,938
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Csah 1 over Otter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Csah 1 over Otter Creek in Carlton County, Minnesota. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 5,938 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,300 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesCsah 1
CrossesOtter Creek
Location0.2 MI S of JCT TH 210
RouteCounty Highway 1
Coordinates46.66089, -92.42439
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating25.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,938 (2022)
Projected traffic5,300 by 2042
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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$99 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Csah 1 over Otter Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is Csah 1 over Otter Creek 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Csah 1 over Otter Creek carry?

About 5,938 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Csah 1 over Otter Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Csah 1 over Otter Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.