Csah 15 over Des Moines River
FairPosted for loadCottonwood County, Minnesota · 0.7 MI W of JCT Csah 7 · Structure no. 17513
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 151 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 15 over Des Moines River is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 15 over Des Moines River in Cottonwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 26 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2041. The structure is 151 ft (45.9 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 15 over Des Moines River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 15 over Des Moines 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 15 over Des Moines River carry?
About 26 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Csah 15 over Des Moines River?
The structure is 151 ft (45.9 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 15 over Des Moines River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.