Mn 73 over I 35
FairCarlton County, Minnesota · At JCT TH 73; TH 35 · Structure no. 09811
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 232 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,053
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 73 over I 35 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 73 over I 35 in Carlton County, Minnesota. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 60 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 5,053 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,100 by 2042. The structure is 232 ft (70.6 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 73 over I 35 built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is Mn 73 over I 35 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 73 over I 35 carry?
About 5,053 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Mn 73 over I 35?
The structure is 232 ft (70.6 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 73 over I 35?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.