Csah 3 over Elm Creek
GoodWatonwan County, Minnesota · 1.7 MI W of JCT TH15 · Structure no. 83504
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 3 over Elm Creek is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying Csah 3 over Elm Creek in Watonwan County, Minnesota. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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 1,500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,500 by 2035. The structure is 75 ft (23 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 3 over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 3 over Elm Creek 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 3 over Elm Creek carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2016 count).
How long is Csah 3 over Elm Creek?
The structure is 75 ft (23 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 3 over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.