Csah 5 over Otter Tail River
FairPosted for loadWilkin County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI N of JCT TH210 · Structure no. 84504
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 140 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,042
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 5 over Otter Tail River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 5 over Otter Tail River in Wilkin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,042 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,200 by 2042. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 5 over Otter Tail River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 5 over Otter Tail 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 5 over Otter Tail River carry?
About 1,042 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Csah 5 over Otter Tail River?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.9 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 5 over Otter Tail River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.