Csah 5 over Buffalo River
GoodClay County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI N of JCT Csah 28 · Structure no. 14515
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 172 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 205
- 2017 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 5 over Buffalo River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 5 over Buffalo River in Clay County, Minnesota. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 205 vehicles a day, projected to reach 205 by 2039. The structure is 172 ft (52.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 5 over Buffalo River built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 5 over Buffalo 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 5 over Buffalo River carry?
About 205 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is Csah 5 over Buffalo River?
The structure is 172 ft (52.3 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 5 over Buffalo River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.