Csah 15 over Salem Creek
GoodPosted for loadOlmsted County, Minnesota · 0.8 MI S of JCT Csah 25 · Structure no. 55508
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 134 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 590
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 15 over Salem Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 15 over Salem Creek in Olmsted County, Minnesota. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 590 vehicles a day, projected to reach 584 by 2038. The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 15 over Salem Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 15 over Salem 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 15 over Salem Creek carry?
About 590 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is Csah 15 over Salem Creek?
The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 15 over Salem Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.