US 71 over Dinner Creek
FairKoochiching County, Minnesota · 10.7 MI S of Big Falls · Structure no. 8853
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 695
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 over Dinner Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 71 over Dinner Creek in Koochiching County, Minnesota. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 695 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 590 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.1 mi (79 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 over Dinner Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 over Dinner 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 71 over Dinner Creek carry?
About 695 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 71 over Dinner Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns US 71 over Dinner Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.