Csah 15 over Red Lake River
FairPosted for loadPolk County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI W of JCT Csah 61 · Structure no. 60505
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,226 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 477
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 15 over Red Lake River is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying Csah 15 over Red Lake River in Polk County, Minnesota. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 477 vehicles a day, projected to reach 520 by 2042. The structure is 1,226 ft (373.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 15 over Red Lake River built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 15 over Red Lake 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 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 15 over Red Lake River carry?
About 477 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Csah 15 over Red Lake River?
The structure is 1,226 ft (373.6 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 15 over Red Lake River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.