M 81 over Channel
GoodHennepin County, Minnesota · To Shady Island · Structure no. 27A34
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 52 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 260
- 1988 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 81 over Channel is a wood or timber slab carrying M 81 over Channel in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 260 vehicles a day, projected to reach 260 by 2029. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 81 over Channel built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 81 over Channel 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does M 81 over Channel carry?
About 260 vehicles per day (1988 count).
How long is M 81 over Channel?
The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns M 81 over Channel?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.