US Bridges

Csah 7 over S Fk Whitewater River

FairPosted for load

Olmsted County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI S of JCT TH 14 · Structure no. 89163

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,300
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Csah 7 over S Fk Whitewater River is a concrete culvert carrying Csah 7 over S Fk Whitewater River in Olmsted County, Minnesota. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 5 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 1,300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,281 by 2038. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesCsah 7
CrossesS Fk Whitewater River
Location0.1 MI S of JCT TH 14
RouteCounty Highway 7
CountyOlmsted County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates43.99094, -92.22912
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.3 US tons
Inventory rating29.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,300 (2018)
Projected traffic1,281 by 2038
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Csah 7 over S Fk Whitewater River built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Csah 7 over S Fk Whitewater 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Csah 7 over S Fk Whitewater River carry?

About 1,300 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Csah 7 over S Fk Whitewater River?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns Csah 7 over S Fk Whitewater River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.