Csah 21 over E Br Chippewa River
FairPope County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI S of JCT Csah 23 · Structure no. 1816
- Built
- 1918
- 107 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 85
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 21 over E Br Chippewa River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Csah 21 over E Br Chippewa River in Pope County, Minnesota. It was built in 1918 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 107 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.
It carries about 85 vehicles a day, projected to reach 115 by 2039. The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 21 over E Br Chippewa River built?
It was built in 1918, making it 107 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is Csah 21 over E Br Chippewa 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 21 over E Br Chippewa River carry?
About 85 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Csah 21 over E Br Chippewa River?
The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 21 over E Br Chippewa River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.