Csah 18 over Ditch
FairTodd County, Minnesota · 1.0 MI E of JCT Csah 17 · Structure no. 77516
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 145
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 18 over Ditch is a wood or timber slab carrying Csah 18 over Ditch in Todd County, Minnesota. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 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 145 vehicles a day, projected to reach 175 by 2038. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 18 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 18 over Ditch 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 18 over Ditch carry?
About 145 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is Csah 18 over Ditch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 18 over Ditch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.