I 35W over Rice Creek
FairAnoka County, Minnesota · 3.6 MI NE of JCT TH 49 · Structure no. 9823
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 38,769
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 35W over Rice Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 35W over Rice Creek in Anoka County, Minnesota. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 38,769 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,000 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 35W over Rice Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 35W over Rice Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does I 35W over Rice Creek carry?
About 38,769 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is I 35W over Rice Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I 35W over Rice Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.