US 71 over Wing River
GoodTodd County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI SE of JCT TH 210 · Structure no. 77014
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 117 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,493
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 over Wing River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 71 over Wing River in Todd County, Minnesota. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,493 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,050 by 2041. The structure is 117 ft (35.8 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 over Wing River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 over Wing 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 71 over Wing River carry?
About 2,493 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 71 over Wing River?
The structure is 117 ft (35.8 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns US 71 over Wing River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.