Csah 26 over Platte River
FairPosted for loadMorrison County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI E of JCT Csah 27 · Structure no. 49512
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 175 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,350
- 2017 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 26 over Platte River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 26 over Platte River in Morrison 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,350 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,350 by 2037. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 26 over Platte River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 26 over Platte 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 26 over Platte River carry?
About 2,350 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Csah 26 over Platte River?
The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 26 over Platte River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.