Csah 21 over Shell River
GoodWadena County, Minnesota · 1.1 MI W of JCT CSAH23 · Structure no. 80526
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 159 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 609
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 21 over Shell River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Csah 21 over Shell River in Wadena County, Minnesota. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 609 vehicles a day, projected to reach 760 by 2042. The structure is 159 ft (48.6 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 21 over Shell River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 21 over Shell River 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 21 over Shell River carry?
About 609 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Csah 21 over Shell River?
The structure is 159 ft (48.6 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 21 over Shell River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.