Csah 42 over Ravine
FairRamsey County, Minnesota · At the JCT Ford Pkwy · Structure no. 3575A
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Concrete
- Length
- 161 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,150
- 1978 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 42 over Ravine is a concrete girder and floorbeam system carrying Csah 42 over Ravine in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 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 6 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 3,150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,150 by 2029. The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 42 over Ravine built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 42 over Ravine 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 42 over Ravine carry?
About 3,150 vehicles per day (1978 count).
How long is Csah 42 over Ravine?
The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 42 over Ravine?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.