Csah 37 over Lac Qui Parle River
GoodLac qui Parle County, Minnesota · 1.0 MI SE of JCT Csah 23 · Structure no. 37522
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 138 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 250
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 37 over Lac Qui Parle River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 37 over Lac Qui Parle River in Lac qui Parle County, Minnesota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 250 vehicles a day, projected to reach 250 by 2039. The structure is 138 ft (42.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 37 over Lac Qui Parle River built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 37 over Lac Qui Parle River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 37 over Lac Qui Parle River carry?
About 250 vehicles per day (2016 count).
How long is Csah 37 over Lac Qui Parle River?
The structure is 138 ft (42.2 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 37 over Lac Qui Parle River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.