Csah 17 over Otter Tail River
FairWilkin County, Minnesota · 2.5 MI N of JCT Csah 8 · Structure no. 84509
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 95 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 43
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 17 over Otter Tail River is a wood or timber slab carrying Csah 17 over Otter Tail River in Wilkin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 43 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2042. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 17 over Otter Tail River built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 17 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 17 over Otter Tail River carry?
About 43 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Csah 17 over Otter Tail River?
The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 17 over Otter Tail River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.