US Bridges

US 71 over Little Partridge Creek

Fair

Todd County, Minnesota · 4.1 MI N of Eagle Bend · Structure no. 6229

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,287
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 71 over Little Partridge Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 71 over Little Partridge Creek in Todd County, Minnesota. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 2,287 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,850 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 70.8 mi (114 km).

CarriesUS 71
CrossesLittle Partridge Creek
Location4.1 MI N of Eagle Bend
RouteU.S. Route 71
Coordinates46.21095, -95.05711
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.2 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,287 (2021)
Projected traffic1,850 by 2041
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed70.8 mi (114 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 71 over Little Partridge Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 71 over Little Partridge 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 71 over Little Partridge Creek carry?

About 2,287 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 71 over Little Partridge Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 71 over Little Partridge Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.