US Bridges

US 71 over Harris Creek

Good

Todd County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI N of JCT Csah 21 · Structure no. 77X06

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,892
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 71 over Harris Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 71 over Harris 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,892 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,892 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.1 mi (63 km).

CarriesUS 71
CrossesHarris Creek
Location0.1 MI N of JCT Csah 21
RouteU.S. Route 71
Coordinates46.09173, -94.86988
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length23 ft (7.1 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 traffic4,892 (2021)
Projected traffic4,892 by 2041
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.1 mi (63 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 71 over Harris Creek built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 71 over Harris 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 Harris Creek carry?

About 4,892 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 71 over Harris Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 71 over Harris Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.