Csah 14 over Sauk River
PoorPosted for loadStearns County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI SW of JCT CSAH12 · Structure no. 73503
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 162 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 560
- 2017 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 14 over Sauk River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 14 over Sauk River in Stearns County, Minnesota. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 560 vehicles a day, projected to reach 560 by 2039. The structure is 162 ft (49.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
Location
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 14 over Sauk River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 14 over Sauk 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Csah 14 over Sauk River carry?
About 560 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is Csah 14 over Sauk River?
The structure is 162 ft (49.5 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 14 over Sauk River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.