Csah 93 over Water Hen Creek
PoorPosted for loadSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI S of JCT CR 630 · Structure no. 7754
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 43 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 125
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 93 over Water Hen Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 93 over Water Hen Creek in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 125 vehicles a day, projected to reach 125 by 2039. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, 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 93 over Water Hen Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 93 over Water Hen Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 93 over Water Hen Creek carry?
About 125 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is Csah 93 over Water Hen Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 93 over Water Hen Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.