US 52 over Tete Des Morts Creek
FairJackson County, Iowa · 2.3 Mi. N of Jct. SR D55 · Structure no. 000000000030121
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 225 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over Tete Des Morts Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 52 over Tete Des Morts Creek in Jackson County, Iowa. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 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 3,100 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,100 by 2042. The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over Tete Des Morts Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 over Tete Des Morts 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 52 over Tete Des Morts Creek carry?
About 3,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Tete Des Morts Creek?
The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over Tete Des Morts Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.