US Bridges

US 71 over Jd #66 (nelson Creek)

Fair

Jackson County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI S of Jackson · Structure no. 3491

Built
1924
101 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,950
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 71 over Jd #66 (nelson Creek) is a concrete culvert carrying US 71 over Jd #66 (nelson Creek) in Jackson County, Minnesota. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 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 2,950 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2038. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 71
CrossesJd #66 (nelson Creek)
Location0.6 MI S of Jackson
RouteU.S. Route 71
CountyJackson County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates43.6152, -94.99426
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.2 US tons
Inventory rating28.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,950 (2018)
Projected traffic3,000 by 2038
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 71 over Jd #66 (nelson Creek) built?

It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 71 over Jd #66 (nelson 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 71 over Jd #66 (nelson Creek) carry?

About 2,950 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 71 over Jd #66 (nelson Creek)?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns US 71 over Jd #66 (nelson Creek)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.