US Bridges

Csah 3 over Long Prairie River

Good

Douglas County, Minnesota · 2.0 MI E of JCT Csah 13;3 · Structure no. 21J12

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
62 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 concrete culvert carrying Csah 3 over Long Prairie River in Douglas County, Minnesota. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 600 vehicles a day, projected to reach 485 by 2038. The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesCsah 3
CrossesLong Prairie River
Location2.0 MI E of JCT Csah 13;3
RouteCounty Highway 3
Coordinates45.99094, -95.18578
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 inspectionSeptember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating75.6 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length62 ft (18.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic600 (2018)
Projected traffic485 by 2038
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Csah 3 over Long Prairie River built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Csah 3 over Long Prairie River 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 September 2022.

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 62 ft (18.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Csah 3 over Long Prairie River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.