Csah 3 over Long Prairie River
PoorPosted for loadDouglas County, Minnesota · 1.1 MI S of JCT CR 69 · Structure no. 21502
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 92 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 600
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 3 over Long Prairie River is a wood or timber slab carrying Csah 3 over Long Prairie River in Douglas County, Minnesota. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 4 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 600 vehicles a day, projected to reach 485 by 2038. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 3 over Long Prairie River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 3 over Long Prairie 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 3 over Long Prairie River carry?
About 600 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is Csah 3 over Long Prairie River?
The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 3 over Long Prairie River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.