US 52 over Granger Creek
GoodDubuque County, Iowa · 0.8 Mi. S of Jct. U.S. 61 · Structure no. 000000000023931
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 180 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over Granger Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 52 over Granger Creek in Dubuque County, Iowa. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 7,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,000 by 2044. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over Granger Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 over Granger Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US 52 over Granger Creek carry?
About 7,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Granger Creek?
The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over Granger Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.