Csah 8 over Leech Lake River
FairPosted for loadCass County, Minnesota · 2.8 MI N of JCT Csah 73 · Structure no. 11504
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 130 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 750
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 8 over Leech Lake River is a wood or timber slab carrying Csah 8 over Leech Lake River in Cass County, Minnesota. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 750 vehicles a day, projected to reach 680 by 2039. The structure is 130 ft (39.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 8 over Leech Lake River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 8 over Leech Lake River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 8 over Leech Lake River carry?
About 750 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Csah 8 over Leech Lake River?
The structure is 130 ft (39.7 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 8 over Leech Lake River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.