CR 14 over Des Moines River
GoodCottonwood County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI W of JCT Csah 13 · Structure no. 17521
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 261 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 87
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 14 over Des Moines River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 14 over Des Moines River in Cottonwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 87 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2041. The structure is 261 ft (79.7 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 14 over Des Moines River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 14 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does CR 14 over Des Moines River carry?
About 87 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is CR 14 over Des Moines River?
The structure is 261 ft (79.7 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns CR 14 over Des Moines River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.