CR A9 over Yellow Medicine River
GoodYellow Medicine County, Minnesota · 0.8 MI S of JCT Csah 3 · Structure no. 87563
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 252 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2013 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR A9 over Yellow Medicine River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR A9 over Yellow Medicine River in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 years old, younger than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2033. The structure is 252 ft (76.9 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR A9 over Yellow Medicine River built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR A9 over Yellow Medicine River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does CR A9 over Yellow Medicine River carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2013 count).
How long is CR A9 over Yellow Medicine River?
The structure is 252 ft (76.9 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.5 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns CR A9 over Yellow Medicine River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.