Csah 138 over Embarrass River
GoodSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 1.5 MI N of JCT TH 135 · Structure no. 69577
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 231 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 880
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 138 over Embarrass River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 138 over Embarrass River in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 880 vehicles a day, projected to reach 830 by 2039. The structure is 231 ft (70.3 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 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 138 over Embarrass River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 138 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 138 over Embarrass River carry?
About 880 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Csah 138 over Embarrass River?
The structure is 231 ft (70.3 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 138 over Embarrass River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.