US Bridges

CR 62 over I 35

Fair

Scott County, Minnesota · 8.7 MI N of JCT TH 19 · Structure no. 70802

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
212 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,250
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 62 over I 35 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 62 over I 35 in Scott County, Minnesota. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 5 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 1,250 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,200 by 2039. The structure is 212 ft (64.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 62
CrossesI 35
Location8.7 MI N of JCT TH 19
RouteCounty Highway 62
CountyScott County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.59459, -93.29826
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.1 US tons
Inventory rating37.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length212 ft (64.7 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.5 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,250 (2019)
Projected traffic1,200 by 2039
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 62 over I 35 built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 62 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does CR 62 over I 35 carry?

About 1,250 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is CR 62 over I 35?

The structure is 212 ft (64.7 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.5 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns CR 62 over I 35?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.