Csah 8 over Red River of the North
FairClay County, Minnesota · At Nd State Line · Structure no. 14503
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 395 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 250
- 2017 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 8 over Red River of the North is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 8 over Red River of the North in Clay County, Minnesota. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 250 vehicles a day, projected to reach 250 by 2039. The structure is 395 ft (120.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 8 over Red River of the North built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 8 over Red River of the North 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 8 over Red River of the North carry?
About 250 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is Csah 8 over Red River of the North?
The structure is 395 ft (120.3 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 8 over Red River of the North?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.