Csah 78 over Heath Creek
PoorRice County, Minnesota · 1.4 MI SW of JCT TH 19 · Structure no. 88048
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,850
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 78 over Heath Creek is a steel culvert carrying Csah 78 over Heath Creek in Rice County, Minnesota. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 4 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.
It carries about 2,850 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,850 by 2039. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 78 over Heath Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 78 over Heath Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 78 over Heath Creek carry?
About 2,850 vehicles per day (2016 count).
How long is Csah 78 over Heath Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns Csah 78 over Heath Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.