T 212 over I 35
FairRice County, Minnesota · 2.3 MI N of JCT TH 19 · Structure no. 66824
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 264 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 1970 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 212 over I 35 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying T 212 over I 35 in Rice County, Minnesota. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2029. The structure is 264 ft (80.4 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 212 over I 35 built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 212 over I 35 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does T 212 over I 35 carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (1970 count).
How long is T 212 over I 35?
The structure is 264 ft (80.4 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns T 212 over I 35?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.