US 71 over Drayer Creek
GoodTodd County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI N of JCT Csah 14 · Structure no. 77X05
- Built
- 2022
- 3 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,808
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 over Drayer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 71 over Drayer Creek in Todd County, Minnesota. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 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 3,808 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,808 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.1 mi (63 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 over Drayer Creek built?
It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 over Drayer Creek 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 71 over Drayer Creek carry?
About 3,808 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 71 over Drayer Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 71 over Drayer Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.