US Bridges

I 35W over Storm Sewer

Good

Hennepin County, Minnesota · I 35W near 35th ST · Structure no. 27X11

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
171 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
170,406
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 35W over Storm Sewer is a concrete culvert carrying I 35W over Storm Sewer in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 170,406 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 170,406 by 2041. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long.

CarriesI 35W
CrossesStorm Sewer
LocationI 35W near 35th ST
RouteInterstate 35W
Coordinates44.93994, -93.2747
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.6 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length171 ft (52.1 m)
Longest span171 ft (52.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic170,406 (2021)
Projected traffic170,406 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 35W over Storm Sewer built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 35W over Storm Sewer 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 2021.

How much traffic does I 35W over Storm Sewer carry?

About 170,406 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is I 35W over Storm Sewer?

The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 171 ft (52.1 m).

Who owns I 35W over Storm Sewer?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.