T 357 over Cottonwood River
FairRedwood County, Minnesota · 1.8 MI N of JCT Csah 7 · Structure no. 64544
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 144 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 79
- 1988 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 357 over Cottonwood River is a wood or timber slab carrying T 357 over Cottonwood River in Redwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 79 vehicles a day, projected to reach 79 by 2029. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 T 357 over Cottonwood River built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 357 over Cottonwood 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does T 357 over Cottonwood River carry?
About 79 vehicles per day (1988 count).
How long is T 357 over Cottonwood River?
The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns T 357 over Cottonwood River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.