US 71 over Des Moines River
GoodCottonwood County, Minnesota · 1.0 MI SE of JCT TH 60 · Structure no. 17008
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 188 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,550
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 over Des Moines River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 71 over Des Moines River in Cottonwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 2,550 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,350 by 2036. The structure is 188 ft (57.2 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 71 over Des Moines River built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 over Des Moines 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 71 over Des Moines River carry?
About 2,550 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 71 over Des Moines River?
The structure is 188 ft (57.2 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US 71 over Des Moines River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.