T 259 over Little Cottonwood River
GoodBrown County, Minnesota · 0.7 MI N of JCT Csah 24 · Structure no. 08535
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 91 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 87
- 1988 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 259 over Little Cottonwood River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying T 259 over Little 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 87 vehicles a day, projected to reach 87 by 2029. The structure is 91 ft (27.6 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 | 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 T 259 over Little Cottonwood River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 259 over Little 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does T 259 over Little Cottonwood River carry?
About 87 vehicles per day (1988 count).
How long is T 259 over Little Cottonwood River?
The structure is 91 ft (27.6 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.1 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns T 259 over Little Cottonwood River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.