US 71 over Shell River
FairHubbard County, Minnesota · 7.9 MI S of Park Rapids · Structure no. 6230
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,300
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 over Shell River is a concrete culvert carrying US 71 over Shell River in Hubbard County, Minnesota. It was built in 1925, so it is 100 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 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 5,300 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,250 by 2038. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 over Shell River built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 over Shell 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 71 over Shell River carry?
About 5,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 71 over Shell River?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 71 over Shell River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.