Csah 8 over Spring Creek
FairPosted for loadYellow Medicine County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI S of JCT Csah 3 · Structure no. 87534
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 96 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 8 over Spring Creek is a wood or timber slab carrying Csah 8 over Spring Creek in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 34 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2041. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 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 8 over Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 8 over Spring 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 8 over Spring Creek carry?
About 34 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Csah 8 over Spring Creek?
The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 8 over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.