Csah 8 over Des Moines River
GoodMurray County, Minnesota · 2.3 MI W of JCT Csah 42 · Structure no. 51521
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 104 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 120
- 2017 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 8 over Des Moines River is a wood or timber slab carrying Csah 8 over Des Moines River in Murray County, Minnesota. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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.
It carries about 120 vehicles a day, projected to reach 120 by 2039. The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 8 over Des Moines River built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 8 over Des Moines River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 8 over Des Moines River carry?
About 120 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is Csah 8 over Des Moines River?
The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 8 over Des Moines River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.