Csah 17 over E Fk Blue Earth River
FairFaribault County, Minnesota · 3.6 MI N of Frost · Structure no. 6875
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 68 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 850
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 17 over E Fk Blue Earth River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 17 over E Fk Blue Earth River in Faribault County, Minnesota. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 850 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 910 by 2042. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 17 over E Fk Blue Earth River built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 17 over E Fk Blue Earth River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 17 over E Fk Blue Earth River carry?
About 850 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is Csah 17 over E Fk Blue Earth River?
The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 17 over E Fk Blue Earth River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.