US 71 over Leaf River
GoodWadena County, Minnesota · 3.3 MI N of JCT TH 10 · Structure no. 80004
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 166 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,467
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 over Leaf River is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 71 over Leaf River in Wadena County, Minnesota. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 3,467 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,200 by 2042. The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 70.2 mi (113 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 over Leaf River built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 over Leaf 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 Leaf River carry?
About 3,467 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 71 over Leaf River?
The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US 71 over Leaf River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.