Csah 31 over Lac Qui Parle River
GoodLac qui Parle County, Minnesota · 0.9 MI S of JCT Csah 20 · Structure no. 37547
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 170 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 180
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 31 over Lac Qui Parle River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 31 over Lac Qui Parle River in Lac qui Parle County, Minnesota. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 180 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 180 by 2039. The structure is 170 ft (51.7 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 31 over Lac Qui Parle River built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 31 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 31 over Lac Qui Parle River carry?
About 180 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Csah 31 over Lac Qui Parle River?
The structure is 170 ft (51.7 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.2 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 31 over Lac Qui Parle River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.