Csah 17 over Minnesota River
PoorClosed to trafficRedwood County, Minnesota · 1.4 MI N of JCT Csah 9 · Structure no. 89850
- Built
- 1903
- 122 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 191 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 17 over Minnesota River is a steel truss - thru carrying Csah 17 over Minnesota River in Redwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 1903, so it is 122 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 510 by 2039. The structure is 191 ft (58.2 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 17 over Minnesota River built?
It was built in 1903, making it 122 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 17 over Minnesota River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2022.
How much traffic does Csah 17 over Minnesota River carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Csah 17 over Minnesota River?
The structure is 191 ft (58.2 m) long with a longest span of 170 ft (51.8 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 17 over Minnesota River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.