Csah 72 over Otter Tail River
GoodOtter Tail County, Minnesota · 1.5 MI NW of JCT TH 78 · Structure no. 56538
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 128 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,350
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 72 over Otter Tail River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Csah 72 over Otter Tail River in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,350 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,250 by 2039. The structure is 128 ft (38.9 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
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Traffic and service
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Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 72 over Otter Tail River built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 72 over Otter Tail 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 72 over Otter Tail River carry?
About 1,350 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Csah 72 over Otter Tail River?
The structure is 128 ft (38.9 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 72 over Otter Tail River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.