I 35 over Mud Creek
FairRice County, Minnesota · 6.3 MI S of JCT TH 60 · Structure no. 97706
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31,258
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 35 over Mud Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 35 over Mud Creek in Rice County, Minnesota. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 31,258 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,500 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long.
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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Mud Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 35 over Mud 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 Mud Creek carry?
About 31,258 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is I 35 over Mud Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).
Who owns I 35 over Mud Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.