I 35 over Crane Creek
FairSteele County, Minnesota · 6.1 MI N of JCT TH 14 · Structure no. 8911
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,387
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 35 over Crane Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 35 over Crane Creek in Steele County, Minnesota. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 30,387 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,000 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Crane Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 35 over Crane 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 Crane Creek carry?
About 30,387 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is I 35 over Crane Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns I 35 over Crane Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.