US 71 over Cottonwood River
GoodRedwood County, Minnesota · 2.8 MI S of JCT US 14 · Structure no. 64011
- Built
- 2021
- 4 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 266 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,750
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 over Cottonwood River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 71 over Cottonwood River in Redwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,750 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,240 by 2039. The structure is 266 ft (81 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 over Cottonwood River built?
It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 over Cottonwood River 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 Cottonwood River carry?
About 2,750 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 71 over Cottonwood River?
The structure is 266 ft (81 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 71 over Cottonwood River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.