Csah 26 over I 35E
FairDakota County, Minnesota · 1.1 MI SW of JCT TH 494 · Structure no. 19836
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 345 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,582
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 26 over I 35E is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 26 over I 35E in Dakota County, Minnesota. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 9,582 vehicles a day, projected to reach 13,100 by 2041. The structure is 345 ft (105.3 m) long and 111 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 26 over I 35E built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 26 over I 35E 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 26 over I 35E carry?
About 9,582 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Csah 26 over I 35E?
The structure is 345 ft (105.3 m) long with a longest span of 170 ft (51.8 m) and a deck 111 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 26 over I 35E?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.