Csah 8 over N Fk Watonwan River
FairCottonwood County, Minnesota · 1.9 MI N of JCT TH 30 · Structure no. 17506
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 81 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 143
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 8 over N Fk Watonwan River is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying Csah 8 over N Fk Watonwan River in Cottonwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 143 vehicles a day, projected to reach 195 by 2041. The structure is 81 ft (24.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 8 over N Fk Watonwan River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 8 over N Fk Watonwan River 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 8 over N Fk Watonwan River carry?
About 143 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Csah 8 over N Fk Watonwan River?
The structure is 81 ft (24.6 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 8 over N Fk Watonwan River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.