Csah 48 over Cloquet River
FairSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 1.9 MI N of JCT Csah 43 · Structure no. 69534
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 257 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 730
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 48 over Cloquet River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 48 over Cloquet River in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 6 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 730 vehicles a day, projected to reach 660 by 2039. The structure is 257 ft (78.4 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 48 over Cloquet River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 48 over Cloquet 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 48 over Cloquet River carry?
About 730 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Csah 48 over Cloquet River?
The structure is 257 ft (78.4 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 48 over Cloquet River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.