US 52 over Dry Run
FairWinneshiek County, Iowa · 0.3 Mi. N of Jct. Iowa #9 · Structure no. 000000000052540
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 103 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,230
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over Dry Run is a concrete arch - deck carrying US 52 over Dry Run in Winneshiek County, Iowa. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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 4,230 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,230 by 2044. The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over Dry Run built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 over Dry Run 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 52 over Dry Run carry?
About 4,230 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Dry Run?
The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over Dry Run?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.