Csah 19 over Rum River
PoorPosted for loadMille Lacs County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI W of JCT TH 169 · Structure no. 48508
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 144 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 19 over Rum River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Csah 19 over Rum River in Mille Lacs 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 270 by 2038. The structure is 144 ft (44 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 19 over Rum River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 19 over Rum River 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 19 over Rum River carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is Csah 19 over Rum River?
The structure is 144 ft (44 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 19 over Rum River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.