Csah 12 over S Br Buffalo River
GoodClay County, Minnesota · 1.7 MI W of JCT Csah 17 · Structure no. 14526
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 226 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 420
- 2017 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 12 over S Br Buffalo River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Csah 12 over S Br Buffalo River in Clay County, Minnesota. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 420 vehicles a day, projected to reach 420 by 2039. The structure is 226 ft (69 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 12 over S Br Buffalo River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 12 over S Br 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 12 over S Br Buffalo River carry?
About 420 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is Csah 12 over S Br Buffalo River?
The structure is 226 ft (69 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 12 over S Br Buffalo River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.