US Bridges

Csah 14 over Ditch-Lake Elysian Outle

Fair

Waseca County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI W of Janesville · Structure no. 2672

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,750
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Csah 14 over Ditch-Lake Elysian Outle is a concrete culvert carrying Csah 14 over Ditch-Lake Elysian Outle in Waseca County, Minnesota. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 1,750 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,800 by 2034. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesCsah 14
CrossesDitch-Lake Elysian Outle
Location0.5 MI W of Janesville
RouteCounty Highway 14
CountyWaseca County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.11616, -93.72321
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,750 (2014)
Projected traffic1,800 by 2034
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 14 over Ditch-Lake Elysian Outle built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is Csah 14 over Ditch-Lake Elysian Outle 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Csah 14 over Ditch-Lake Elysian Outle carry?

About 1,750 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Csah 14 over Ditch-Lake Elysian Outle?

The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns Csah 14 over Ditch-Lake Elysian Outle?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.