Csah 19 over Yellow Medicine River
FairYellow Medicine County, Minnesota · 1.9 MI W of JCT TH 59 · Structure no. 87511
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 163 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 71
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 19 over Yellow Medicine River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 19 over Yellow Medicine River in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 71 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2042. The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 19 over Yellow Medicine River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 19 over Yellow Medicine 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 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 19 over Yellow Medicine River carry?
About 71 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Csah 19 over Yellow Medicine River?
The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 19 over Yellow Medicine River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.