Csah 15 over Smith Creek
GoodRenville County, Minnesota · 2.3 MI NW of JCT Csah 1 · Structure no. 65553
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 59 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 15 over Smith Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 15 over Smith Creek in Renville County, Minnesota. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger 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 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 135 by 2039. The structure is 59 ft (18.1 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 15 over Smith Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 15 over Smith Creek 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 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 15 over Smith Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Csah 15 over Smith Creek?
The structure is 59 ft (18.1 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.6 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 15 over Smith Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.