I 35 over Wolf Creek
FairRice County, Minnesota · 3.6 MI S of JCT TH 19 · Structure no. 91011
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 33,191
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 35 over Wolf Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 35 over Wolf Creek in Rice County, Minnesota. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 33,191 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,500 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 35 over Wolf Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 35 over Wolf Creek 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 I 35 over Wolf Creek carry?
About 33,191 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is I 35 over Wolf Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns I 35 over Wolf Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.