US 52 over Vermillion River
FairDakota County, Minnesota · 4.2 MI N of JCT TH 50 · Structure no. 19033
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 157 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,443
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over Vermillion River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 52 over Vermillion River in Dakota County, Minnesota. It was built in 1978 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 47 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 15,443 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,500 by 2042. The structure is 157 ft (47.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over Vermillion River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
What condition is US 52 over Vermillion River 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 52 over Vermillion River carry?
About 15,443 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Vermillion River?
The structure is 157 ft (47.8 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over Vermillion River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.