Csah 11 over Ruffy Brook
GoodClearwater County, Minnesota · 1.3 MI E of JCT Csah 5 · Structure no. 15507
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 155
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 11 over Ruffy Brook is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying Csah 11 over Ruffy Brook in Clearwater County, Minnesota. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 155 vehicles a day, projected to reach 190 by 2039. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 11 over Ruffy Brook built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 11 over Ruffy Brook 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 11 over Ruffy Brook carry?
About 155 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Csah 11 over Ruffy Brook?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 11 over Ruffy Brook?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.