Csah 8 over Cottonwood River
GoodRedwood County, Minnesota · 1.1 MI N of JCT Csah 4 · Structure no. 64541
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 203 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 370
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 8 over Cottonwood River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 8 over Cottonwood River in Redwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 370 vehicles a day, projected to reach 420 by 2039. The structure is 203 ft (62 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 8 over Cottonwood River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 8 over Cottonwood 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 8 over Cottonwood River carry?
About 370 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Csah 8 over Cottonwood River?
The structure is 203 ft (62 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 8 over Cottonwood River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.