Csah 3 over I 35
FairRice County, Minnesota · 3.6 MI N of JCT TH 19 · Structure no. 66807
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 235 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 640
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 3 over I 35 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 3 over I 35 in Rice County, Minnesota. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 640 vehicles a day, projected to reach 640 by 2039. The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 3 over I 35 built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 3 over I 35 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 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 3 over I 35 carry?
About 640 vehicles per day (2016 count).
How long is Csah 3 over I 35?
The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 3 over I 35?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.