US 71 over Sauk River

Fair Condition91 years old9,357 vehicles/day

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyStearns
Location1.4 Mi N Of Jct TH 94
CarriesUS 71
CrossesSauk River
Coordinates45.74022, -94.95203

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length171.3 ft (52.2 m)
Max Span42.3 ft (12.9 m)
Deck Width54.5 ft (16.6 m)
Deck Area866.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1935

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic9,357 (2022)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number5428

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