US 52 over UP RR
GoodDakota County, Minnesota · 5.8 MI S of JCT TH 494 · Structure no. 19078
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 147 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,902
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over UP RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 52 over UP RR in Dakota County, Minnesota. It was built in 1978, 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 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 22,902 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,250 by 2042. The structure is 147 ft (44.9 m) long and 44 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over UP RR built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 over UP RR 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 52 over UP RR carry?
About 22,902 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over UP RR?
The structure is 147 ft (44.9 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over UP RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.