Csah 23 over Leaf River
PoorPosted for loadWadena County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI S of JCT CSAH7 · Structure no. 80510
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 105 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,436
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 23 over Leaf River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Csah 23 over Leaf River in Wadena County, Minnesota. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 1,436 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,200 by 2041. The structure is 105 ft (32.1 m) long and 38 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 23 over Leaf River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 23 over Leaf 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 23 over Leaf River carry?
About 1,436 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Csah 23 over Leaf River?
The structure is 105 ft (32.1 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 23 over Leaf River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.