US Bridges

Csah 2 over Wolverton Creek

Fair

Clay County, Minnesota · 1.3 MI E of JCT TH 75 · Structure no. 93174

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
683
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Csah 2 over Wolverton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Csah 2 over Wolverton Creek in Clay County, Minnesota. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 683 vehicles a day, projected to reach 780 by 2041. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesCsah 2
CrossesWolverton Creek
Location1.3 MI E of JCT TH 75
RouteCounty Highway 2
Coordinates46.65942, -96.73151
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating39.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.6 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic683 (2021)
Projected traffic780 by 2041
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Csah 2 over Wolverton Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Csah 2 over Wolverton Creek 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Csah 2 over Wolverton Creek carry?

About 683 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Csah 2 over Wolverton Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns Csah 2 over Wolverton Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.