US Bridges

Csah 16 over CO Ditch # 5

Good

Faribault County, Minnesota · 5.6 MI E of JCT TH 169 · Structure no. 22J17

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
894
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Csah 16 over CO Ditch # 5 is a concrete culvert carrying Csah 16 over CO Ditch # 5 in Faribault 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 894 vehicles a day, projected to reach 680 by 2042. The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesCsah 16
CrossesCO Ditch # 5
Location5.6 MI E of JCT TH 169
RouteCounty Highway 16
Coordinates43.64472, -93.99141
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior 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 spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length50 ft (15.1 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 traffic894 (2022)
Projected traffic680 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 16 over CO Ditch # 5 built?

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

What condition is Csah 16 over CO Ditch # 5 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 2023.

How much traffic does Csah 16 over CO Ditch # 5 carry?

About 894 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Csah 16 over CO Ditch # 5?

The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Csah 16 over CO Ditch # 5?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.