US 71 over Big Fork River (s Chan)

Fair Condition47 years old1,292 vehicles/day

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyKoochiching
Location0.3 Mi N Of Jct TH 6
CarriesUS 71
CrossesBig Fork River (s Chan)
Coordinates48.19512, -93.80054

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length125.0 ft (38.1 m)
Max Span120.1 ft (36.6 m)
Deck Width64.3 ft (19.6 m)
Deck Area746.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1979

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,292 (2022)
Truck Traffic31%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number36012

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