US Bridges

Csah 11 over Getchell Creek

Good

Stearns County, Minnesota · 1.3 MI S of JCT CSAH30 · Structure no. 73J18

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
495
2017 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Csah 11 over Getchell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Csah 11 over Getchell Creek in Stearns County, Minnesota. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 495 vehicles a day, projected to reach 495 by 2039. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesCsah 11
CrossesGetchell Creek
Location1.3 MI S of JCT CSAH30
RouteCounty Highway 11
Coordinates45.60462, -94.69587
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic495 (2017)
Projected traffic495 by 2039
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Csah 11 over Getchell Creek built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Csah 11 over Getchell Creek 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Csah 11 over Getchell Creek carry?

About 495 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is Csah 11 over Getchell Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Csah 11 over Getchell Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.