US Bridges

T 265 over Trib Rock River

Fair

Pipestone County, Minnesota · 0.9 MI W of JCT Csah 18 · Structure no. 59J60

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
63
2011 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 265 over Trib Rock River is a concrete culvert carrying T 265 over Trib Rock River in Pipestone County, Minnesota. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 years old, younger than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 63 vehicles a day, projected to reach 76 by 2031. The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesT 265
CrossesTrib Rock River
Location0.9 MI W of JCT Csah 18
RouteCounty Highway 265
Coordinates43.96469, -96.12136
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length46 ft (13.9 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic63 (2011)
Projected traffic76 by 2031
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 265 over Trib Rock River built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 265 over Trib Rock River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does T 265 over Trib Rock River carry?

About 63 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is T 265 over Trib Rock River?

The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns T 265 over Trib Rock River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.