US 71 over Sauk River
FairStearns County, Minnesota · 1.4 MI N of JCT TH 94 · Structure no. 5428
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 171 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,357
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 over Sauk River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 71 over Sauk River in Stearns County, Minnesota. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 9,357 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,200 by 2042. The structure is 171 ft (52.2 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 93.2 mi (150 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Sauk River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 over Sauk River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 71 over Sauk River carry?
About 9,357 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 71 over Sauk River?
The structure is 171 ft (52.2 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.9 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns US 71 over Sauk River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.