Csah 120 over Bear Island River
FairSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 1.2 MI E of JCT CSAH21 · Structure no. 69621
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 370
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 120 over Bear Island River is a wood or timber slab carrying Csah 120 over Bear Island River in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 370 vehicles a day, projected to reach 360 by 2039. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 120 over Bear Island River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 120 over Bear Island 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 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 120 over Bear Island River carry?
About 370 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Csah 120 over Bear Island River?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 120 over Bear Island River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.