Csah 15 over Des Moines River
GoodCottonwood County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI N of JCT CR 40 · Structure no. 17503
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 190 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 415
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 15 over Des Moines River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 15 over Des Moines River in Cottonwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 415 vehicles a day, projected to reach 485 by 2041. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 15 over Des Moines River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 15 over Des Moines 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 15 over Des Moines River carry?
About 415 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Csah 15 over Des Moines River?
The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 15 over Des Moines River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.