Csah 8 over Caribou River
PoorLake County, Minnesota · 2.2 MI E of JCT Csah 7 · Structure no. 38512
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 32
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 8 over Caribou River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Csah 8 over Caribou River in Lake County, Minnesota. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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.
It carries about 32 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 8 over Caribou River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 8 over Caribou River 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 8 over Caribou River carry?
About 32 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Csah 8 over Caribou River?
The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 8 over Caribou River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.