I 35 over Little Otter Creek
FairCarlton County, Minnesota · 2.5 MI S of JCT TH 210 · Structure no. 91081
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,950
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 35 over Little Otter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 35 over Little Otter Creek in Carlton County, Minnesota. It was built in 1965, 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 9,950 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,850 by 2038. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 35 over Little Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 35 over Little Otter 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does I 35 over Little Otter Creek carry?
About 9,950 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is I 35 over Little Otter Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns I 35 over Little Otter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.