Csah 72 over Swan River
FairItasca County, Minnesota · 2.5 MI N of JCT Csah 65 · Structure no. 31528
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 109 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 70
- 2013 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 72 over Swan River is a wood or timber slab carrying Csah 72 over Swan River in Itasca County, Minnesota. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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.
It carries about 70 vehicles a day, projected to reach 70 by 2039. The structure is 109 ft (33.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 72 over Swan River built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 72 over Swan 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 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 72 over Swan River carry?
About 70 vehicles per day (2013 count).
How long is Csah 72 over Swan River?
The structure is 109 ft (33.3 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.5 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 72 over Swan River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.