US 71 over E Fk Beaver Creek
FairRenville County, Minnesota · 5.4 MI S of JCT TH 212 · Structure no. 91457
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,618
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 over E Fk Beaver Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 71 over E Fk Beaver Creek in Renville 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 3,618 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,200 by 2041. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 E Fk Beaver Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 over E Fk Beaver 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 71 over E Fk Beaver Creek carry?
About 3,618 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 71 over E Fk Beaver Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 71 over E Fk Beaver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.