Csah 18 over Turtle Creek
FairTodd County, Minnesota · 0.7 MI W of JCT CSAH17 · Structure no. 77508
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 48 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 18 over Turtle Creek is a wood or timber slab carrying Csah 18 over Turtle Creek in Todd County, Minnesota. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older 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 5 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 300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 245 by 2040. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 18 over Turtle Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 18 over Turtle Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 18 over Turtle Creek carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is Csah 18 over Turtle Creek?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 18 over Turtle Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.