US 71 over TH 23
FairKandiyohi County, Minnesota · At the JCT TH 23 · Structure no. 34008
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 311 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,050
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 over TH 23 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 71 over TH 23 in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 4,050 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,450 by 2039. The structure is 311 ft (94.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 over TH 23 built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 over TH 23 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 71 over TH 23 carry?
About 4,050 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 71 over TH 23?
The structure is 311 ft (94.9 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 71 over TH 23?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.