Unu 52 over I 35W
PoorHennepin County, Minnesota · 3.1 MI SW of JCT TH 280 · Structure no. 27883
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 191 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,575
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Unu 52 over I 35W is a concrete continuous slab carrying Unu 52 over I 35W in Hennepin 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 6,575 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,900 by 2041. The structure is 191 ft (58.1 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Unu 52 over I 35W built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Unu 52 over I 35W in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Unu 52 over I 35W carry?
About 6,575 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Unu 52 over I 35W?
The structure is 191 ft (58.1 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns Unu 52 over I 35W?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.