US 12 over TH 71
GoodKandiyohi County, Minnesota · At the JCT TH 71 · Structure no. 34009
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 295 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,387
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 12 over TH 71 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 12 over TH 71 in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, older 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 5,387 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,900 by 2041. The structure is 295 ft (90 m) long and 108 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 12 over TH 71 built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 12 over TH 71 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 12 over TH 71 carry?
About 5,387 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 12 over TH 71?
The structure is 295 ft (90 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.9 m) and a deck 108 ft wide.
Who owns US 12 over TH 71?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.