CR 51 over Little Le Sueur River
FairWaseca County, Minnesota · 0.9 MI S of JCT Csah 4 · Structure no. 91620
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 310
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 51 over Little Le Sueur River is a concrete culvert carrying CR 51 over Little Le Sueur River in Waseca County, Minnesota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 310 vehicles a day, projected to reach 420 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 51 over Little Le Sueur River built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 51 over Little Le Sueur River 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 December 2021.
How much traffic does CR 51 over Little Le Sueur River carry?
About 310 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is CR 51 over Little Le Sueur River?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns CR 51 over Little Le Sueur River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.