Csah 7 over Rapid River
FairLake of the Woods County, Minnesota · 2.0 MI N of JCT Csah 16 · Structure no. 39505
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 167 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 61
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 7 over Rapid River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Csah 7 over Rapid River in Lake of the Woods County, Minnesota. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 6 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 61 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2041. The structure is 167 ft (51 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 7 over Rapid River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 7 over Rapid River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 7 over Rapid River carry?
About 61 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Csah 7 over Rapid River?
The structure is 167 ft (51 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.9 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 7 over Rapid River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.