CR 159 over Big Cobb River
GoodBlue Earth County, Minnesota · 0.7 MI NW of JCT CR 158 · Structure no. 07553
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 125 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 159 over Big Cobb River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying CR 159 over Big Cobb River in Blue Earth County, Minnesota. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 27 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25 by 2041. The structure is 125 ft (38.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 159 over Big Cobb River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 159 over Big Cobb 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 159 over Big Cobb River carry?
About 27 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is CR 159 over Big Cobb River?
The structure is 125 ft (38.2 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns CR 159 over Big Cobb River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.