US 71 over Des Moines River
GoodJackson County, Minnesota · 0.4 MI N of Jackson · Structure no. 32011
- Built
- 2015
- 10 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 177 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,700
- 2018 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 Jackson County, Minnesota. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 6,700 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,900 by 2038. The structure is 177 ft (54.1 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 2015, making it 10 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 71 over Des Moines River carry?
About 6,700 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 71 over Des Moines River?
The structure is 177 ft (54.1 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns US 71 over Des Moines River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.