US Bridges

Csah 9 over BNSF RR

PoorPosted for load

Kandiyohi County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI N of JCT TH 12 · Structure no. 34513

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
148 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
2,432
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Csah 9 over BNSF RR is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 9 over BNSF RR in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,432 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,550 by 2042. The structure is 148 ft (45.1 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesCsah 9
CrossesBNSF RR
Location0.3 MI N of JCT TH 12
RouteCounty Highway 9
CountyKandiyohi County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates45.12913, -95.00187
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating41.2 US tons
Inventory rating28.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 15
Structure length148 ft (45.1 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,432 (2022)
Projected traffic1,550 by 2042
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Csah 9 over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Csah 9 over BNSF RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does Csah 9 over BNSF RR carry?

About 2,432 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Csah 9 over BNSF RR?

The structure is 148 ft (45.1 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Csah 9 over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.