US 65 over Shell Rock River
GoodFreeborn County, Minnesota · 4.0 MI N of S State Line · Structure no. 24004
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 108 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,154
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 65 over Shell Rock River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 65 over Shell Rock River in Freeborn County, Minnesota. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 2,154 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,750 by 2042. The structure is 108 ft (33 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 65 over Shell Rock River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 65 over Shell Rock 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 65 over Shell Rock River carry?
About 2,154 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 65 over Shell Rock River?
The structure is 108 ft (33 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.1 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 65 over Shell Rock River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.