Csah 15 over Buffalo Creek
GoodMcLeod County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI S of JCT US 212 · Structure no. 43546
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 286 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,450
- 2017 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 15 over Buffalo Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Csah 15 over Buffalo Creek in McLeod County, Minnesota. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 1,450 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,450 by 2039. The structure is 286 ft (87.3 m) long and 67 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 | 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 15 over Buffalo Creek built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 15 over Buffalo Creek 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 15 over Buffalo Creek carry?
About 1,450 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is Csah 15 over Buffalo Creek?
The structure is 286 ft (87.3 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.6 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 15 over Buffalo Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.