Chapter 165 — Powers of Road Authorities

165.01 Definitions This section defines key terms used in the Minnesota bridge laws, including 'bridge,' 'road authority,' and other terms … 165.02 Powers of Road Authorities This section gives road authorities (state, county, and town officials) the power to build, repair, and maintain bridges … 165.03 Strength of Bridge; Inspection This section requires bridges to be strong enough to safely carry the traffic loads expected on the road. It also … 165.04 Bridge, Culvert; Widths This section sets minimum width requirements for bridges and culverts on public roads. These widths vary depending on … 165.05 Railroad Bridge Over Highway This section sets rules for railroad bridges that cross over highways. The railroad is responsible for building and … 165.06 Highway Bridge and Approach Over Railroad This section covers highway bridges that cross over railroad tracks, including who pays for construction and maintenance … 165.07 Interstate Bridge This section governs bridges that cross state borders, allowing Minnesota to cooperate with neighboring states to build … 165.08 Bridge Over Waters Between States or Nations This section authorizes the construction and maintenance of bridges over waterways that form boundaries between states … 165.09 Joint Establishment of Bridge Over Navigable Stream This section allows two or more counties or municipalities to jointly establish and maintain a bridge over a navigable … 165.10 Bonds This section authorizes municipalities and counties to issue bonds to pay for bridge construction. It sets the rules for … 165.11 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 165.12 Maintenance of Bridge on Town Road This section establishes that the county is responsible for maintaining bridges on town roads when the bridge exceeds a … 165.13 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 165.14 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. 165.15 Stillwater Lift Bridge Endowment Account This section creates an endowment account for the maintenance and operation of the Stillwater Lift Bridge, which is a …