Csah 4 over Embarrass River
GoodSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 1.7 MI S of JCT TH 135 · Structure no. 69540
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 56 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,450
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 4 over Embarrass River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Csah 4 over Embarrass River in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, older 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 1,450 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,350 by 2039. The structure is 56 ft (17.2 m) long and 45 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 4 over Embarrass River built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 4 over Embarrass River 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 4 over Embarrass River carry?
About 1,450 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Csah 4 over Embarrass River?
The structure is 56 ft (17.2 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 4 over Embarrass River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.