US 71 over Mound Creek
FairCottonwood County, Minnesota · 4.9 MI S of Sanborn · Structure no. 5631
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,606
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 over Mound Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 71 over Mound Creek in Cottonwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 years old, older 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 5 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 1,606 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,350 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 over Mound Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 over Mound Creek 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US 71 over Mound Creek carry?
About 1,606 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is US 71 over Mound Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns US 71 over Mound Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.