US Bridges

Csah 1 over Chetamba Creek (jd #7)

Fair

Kandiyohi County, Minnesota · 2.0 MI N of JCT TH 7 · Structure no. 94085

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,450
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Csah 1 over Chetamba Creek (jd #7) is a concrete culvert carrying Csah 1 over Chetamba Creek (jd #7) in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 1,450 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,350 by 2038. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesCsah 1
CrossesChetamba Creek (jd #7)
Location2.0 MI N of JCT TH 7
RouteCounty Highway 1
CountyKandiyohi County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.96365, -95.18667
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.7 US tons
Inventory rating30.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,450 (2018)
Projected traffic1,350 by 2038
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Csah 1 over Chetamba Creek (jd #7) built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Csah 1 over Chetamba Creek (jd #7) 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 1 over Chetamba Creek (jd #7) carry?

About 1,450 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Csah 1 over Chetamba Creek (jd #7)?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Csah 1 over Chetamba Creek (jd #7)?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.