Csah 7 over Minnesota River
GoodYellow Medicine County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI SW of JCT Csah 15 · Structure no. 87573
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 507 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 690
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 7 over Minnesota River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 7 over Minnesota River in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, older 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 690 vehicles a day, projected to reach 690 by 2039. The structure is 507 ft (154.4 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Csah 7 over Minnesota River built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 7 over Minnesota 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 Csah 7 over Minnesota River carry?
About 690 vehicles per day (2016 count).
How long is Csah 7 over Minnesota River?
The structure is 507 ft (154.4 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 7 over Minnesota River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.