Csah 53 over Center Creek
PoorMartin County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI S of Granada · Structure no. 1925
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 63 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,089
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 53 over Center Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying Csah 53 over Center Creek in Martin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 1,089 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,350 by 2042. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 53 over Center Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 53 over Center Creek 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 53 over Center Creek carry?
About 1,089 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Csah 53 over Center Creek?
The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 53 over Center Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.