Csah 21 over Wood Lake Creek
FairYellow Medicine County, Minnesota · 6.2 MI N of Echo · Structure no. 6216
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 466
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 21 over Wood Lake Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Csah 21 over Wood Lake Creek in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 466 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 465 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 21 over Wood Lake Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 21 over Wood Lake Creek 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 21 over Wood Lake Creek carry?
About 466 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Csah 21 over Wood Lake Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Csah 21 over Wood Lake Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.