Csah 8 over Watonwan River
GoodCottonwood County, Minnesota · 1.4 MI S of JCT TH 30 · Structure no. 17533
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 69 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 65
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 8 over Watonwan River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 8 over Watonwan River in Cottonwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 65 vehicles a day, projected to reach 77 by 2041. The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 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 Csah 8 over Watonwan River built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 8 over Watonwan 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 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 8 over Watonwan River carry?
About 65 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Csah 8 over Watonwan River?
The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 8 over Watonwan River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.