Csah 63 over Mississippi River
FairPosted for loadItasca County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI W of JCT TH 2 · Structure no. 31509
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 407 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,442
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 63 over Mississippi River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 63 over Mississippi River in Itasca County, Minnesota. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5,442 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,600 by 2042. The structure is 407 ft (124 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 63 over Mississippi River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 63 over Mississippi 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 63 over Mississippi River carry?
About 5,442 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Csah 63 over Mississippi River?
The structure is 407 ft (124 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 63 over Mississippi River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.