Csah 8 over S Br Yellow Medicine R
GoodPosted for loadLyon County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI E of JCT Csah 3 · Structure no. 42516
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 78 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 295
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 8 over S Br Yellow Medicine R is a wood or timber slab carrying Csah 8 over S Br Yellow Medicine R in Lyon County, Minnesota. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 295 vehicles a day, projected to reach 310 by 2038. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 8 over S Br Yellow Medicine R built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 8 over S Br Yellow Medicine R 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 8 over S Br Yellow Medicine R carry?
About 295 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is Csah 8 over S Br Yellow Medicine R?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 8 over S Br Yellow Medicine R?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.