Csah 78 over Little Fork River
PoorPosted for loadSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI S of JCT Csah 115 · Structure no. 69549
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 83 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 90
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 78 over Little Fork River is a wood or timber slab carrying Csah 78 over Little Fork River in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 90 vehicles a day, projected to reach 90 by 2039. The structure is 83 ft (25.4 m) long and 31 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 78 over Little Fork River built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 78 over Little Fork River 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 78 over Little Fork River carry?
About 90 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is Csah 78 over Little Fork River?
The structure is 83 ft (25.4 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 78 over Little Fork River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.