I 35 over Abandoned City ST
FairSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 1.2 MI N of W JCT TH 2 · Structure no. 69852
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 347 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35,500
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 35 over Abandoned City ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 35 over Abandoned City ST in St. Louis 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 35,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,000 by 2039. The structure is 347 ft (105.9 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 35 over Abandoned City ST built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 35 over Abandoned City ST 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does I 35 over Abandoned City ST carry?
About 35,500 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is I 35 over Abandoned City ST?
The structure is 347 ft (105.9 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.
Who owns I 35 over Abandoned City ST?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.