I 35 over Rush Creek
FairChisago County, Minnesota · 0.8 MI N of JCT Csah 7 · Structure no. 91019
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27,920
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 35 over Rush Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 35 over Rush Creek in Chisago 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 5 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 27,920 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,500 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 35 over Rush Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 35 over Rush 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does I 35 over Rush Creek carry?
About 27,920 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is I 35 over Rush Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).
Who owns I 35 over Rush Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.