US Bridges

US 71 over BNSF Rail; ST

Good

Kandiyohi County, Minnesota · 1.2 MI N of JCT TH 12 · Structure no. 34011

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
277 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,100
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 71 over BNSF Rail; ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 71 over BNSF Rail; ST in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 9,100 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,650 by 2038. The structure is 277 ft (84.3 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 71
CrossesBNSF Rail; ST
Location1.2 MI N of JCT TH 12
RouteU.S. Route 71
Coordinates45.14216, -95.00787
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.2 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length277 ft (84.3 m)
Longest span87 ft (26.4 m)
Deck width59 ft (17.9 m)
Roadway width55 ft (16.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,100 (2018)
Projected traffic3,650 by 2038
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 71 over BNSF Rail; ST built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 71 over BNSF Rail; ST 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 71 over BNSF Rail; ST carry?

About 9,100 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 71 over BNSF Rail; ST?

The structure is 277 ft (84.3 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.4 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns US 71 over BNSF Rail; ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.