US 71 over Bear River

Fair Condition49 years old1,155 vehicles/day

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyKoochiching
Location12.4 Mi SW Of Jct TH 65
CarriesUS 71
CrossesBear River
Coordinates48.27493, -93.73791

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Culvert6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignCulvert
Total Length24.0 ft (7.3 m)
Max Span10.2 ft (3.1 m)
Deck Area89.1 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1977

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,155 (2022)
Truck Traffic33%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number91534