I 35 over TH 27; Trail
GoodCarlton County, Minnesota · 1.4 MI N of JCT TH 73 · Structure no. 09836
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 271 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,200
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 35 over TH 27; Trail is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 35 over TH 27; Trail in Carlton County, Minnesota. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 57 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 8,200 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,200 by 2036. The structure is 271 ft (82.5 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 35 over TH 27; Trail built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is I 35 over TH 27; Trail in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does I 35 over TH 27; Trail carry?
About 8,200 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is I 35 over TH 27; Trail?
The structure is 271 ft (82.5 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns I 35 over TH 27; Trail?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.