Csah 5 over Highwater Creek
GoodCottonwood County, Minnesota · 2.0 MI N of JCT TH 30 · Structure no. 97666
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 401
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 5 over Highwater Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Csah 5 over Highwater Creek in Cottonwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 401 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 380 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 5 over Highwater Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 5 over Highwater Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 5 over Highwater Creek carry?
About 401 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Csah 5 over Highwater Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Csah 5 over Highwater Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.