Csah 3 over Mississippi River
FairCass County, Minnesota · 0.4 MI N of JCT CR 139 · Structure no. 11511
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 248 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 265
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 3 over Mississippi River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 3 over Mississippi River in Cass County, Minnesota. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 265 vehicles a day, projected to reach 265 by 2039. The structure is 248 ft (75.5 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 3 over Mississippi River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 3 over Mississippi 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 3 over Mississippi River carry?
About 265 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is Csah 3 over Mississippi River?
The structure is 248 ft (75.5 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 3 over Mississippi River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.