I 35 over Willow River
GoodPine County, Minnesota · 1.0 MI N of JCT Csah 43 · Structure no. 58812
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 168 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,750
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 35 over Willow River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 35 over Willow River in Pine 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 7,750 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,750 by 2036. The structure is 168 ft (51.1 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 35 over Willow River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 35 over Willow River 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does I 35 over Willow River carry?
About 7,750 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is I 35 over Willow River?
The structure is 168 ft (51.1 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns I 35 over Willow River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.