Csah 61 over Knife River
GoodLake County, Minnesota · At Knife River Townsite · Structure no. 38519
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 129 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,317
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 61 over Knife River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 61 over Knife River in Lake County, Minnesota. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 1,317 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,350 by 2042. The structure is 129 ft (39.4 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 61 over Knife River built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 61 over Knife 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 61 over Knife River carry?
About 1,317 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Csah 61 over Knife River?
The structure is 129 ft (39.4 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.6 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 61 over Knife River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.