Csah 38 over I 35E
FairDakota County, Minnesota · 1.6 MI NE of JCT TH 35W · Structure no. 19866
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 516 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,900
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 38 over I 35E is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 38 over I 35E in Dakota County, Minnesota. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 18,900 vehicles a day, projected to reach 19,400 by 2039. The structure is 516 ft (157.4 m) long and 93 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 38 over I 35E built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 38 over I 35E 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 38 over I 35E carry?
About 18,900 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Csah 38 over I 35E?
The structure is 516 ft (157.4 m) long with a longest span of 153 ft (46.6 m) and a deck 93 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 38 over I 35E?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.