I 35 over Big Otter Creek
GoodCarlton County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI S of JCT TH 210 · Structure no. 91083
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- 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 Big Otter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 35 over Big 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 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 9,950 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,850 by 2038. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 35 over Big Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 35 over Big Otter Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does I 35 over Big Otter Creek carry?
About 9,950 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is I 35 over Big Otter Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).
Who owns I 35 over Big Otter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.