Csah 13 over S Fk Watonwan River
PoorPosted for loadCottonwood County, Minnesota · 0.4 MI W of CO Line · Structure no. 89551
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 263
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 13 over S Fk Watonwan River is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying Csah 13 over S Fk Watonwan River in Cottonwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 263 vehicles a day, projected to reach 270 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| 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 13 over S Fk Watonwan River built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 13 over S Fk Watonwan River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 13 over S Fk Watonwan River carry?
About 263 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Csah 13 over S Fk Watonwan River?
The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 13 over S Fk Watonwan River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.