US 52 over UP Rail
FairDakota County, Minnesota · 1.1 MI S of S JCT TH 55 · Structure no. 19R02
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 198 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,727
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over UP Rail is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 52 over UP Rail in Dakota County, Minnesota. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger 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 17,727 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,250 by 2042. The structure is 198 ft (60.4 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over UP Rail built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 over UP Rail 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 UP Rail carry?
About 17,727 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over UP Rail?
The structure is 198 ft (60.4 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.1 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over UP Rail?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.