Csah 18 over Rice Creek
GoodFaribault County, Minnesota · 1.1 MI W of JCT Csah 15 · Structure no. 22565
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 91 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 250
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 18 over Rice Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Csah 18 over Rice Creek in Faribault County, Minnesota. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 250 vehicles a day, projected to reach 230 by 2039. The structure is 91 ft (27.6 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 18 over Rice Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 18 over Rice 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 18 over Rice Creek carry?
About 250 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Csah 18 over Rice Creek?
The structure is 91 ft (27.6 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 18 over Rice Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.