Csah 5 over Whiteface River
FairSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI S of JCT Csah 29 · Structure no. 69533
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 177 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 105
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 5 over Whiteface River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Csah 5 over Whiteface River in St. Louis 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 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 105 vehicles a day, projected to reach 105 by 2039. The structure is 177 ft (54 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 5 over Whiteface River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 5 over Whiteface River 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 5 over Whiteface River carry?
About 105 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is Csah 5 over Whiteface River?
The structure is 177 ft (54 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 5 over Whiteface River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.