M 165 over Cottonwood River
GoodBrown County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI SW of JCT TH 15 · Structure no. 08529
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 190 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 201
- 1994 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 165 over Cottonwood River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying M 165 over Cottonwood River in Brown County, Minnesota. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 201 vehicles a day, projected to reach 201 by 2029. The structure is 190 ft (57.8 m) long and 49 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 | 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 M 165 over Cottonwood River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 165 over Cottonwood 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does M 165 over Cottonwood River carry?
About 201 vehicles per day (1994 count).
How long is M 165 over Cottonwood River?
The structure is 190 ft (57.8 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.3 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns M 165 over Cottonwood River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.