US Bridges

Csah 50 over E Br N Fk Vermillion R

Good

Dakota County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI E of JCT Csah 23 · Structure no. 19J07

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,800
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Csah 50 over E Br N Fk Vermillion R is a concrete culvert carrying Csah 50 over E Br N Fk Vermillion R in Dakota County, Minnesota. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 14,800 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,800 by 2039. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesCsah 50
CrossesE Br N Fk Vermillion R
Location0.6 MI E of JCT Csah 23
RouteCounty Highway 50
Coordinates44.64195, -93.20342
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length21 ft (6.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,800 (2016)
Projected traffic14,800 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Csah 50 over E Br N Fk Vermillion R built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Csah 50 over E Br N Fk Vermillion R 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Csah 50 over E Br N Fk Vermillion R carry?

About 14,800 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Csah 50 over E Br N Fk Vermillion R?

The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Csah 50 over E Br N Fk Vermillion R?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.