US Bridges

Csah 46 over US 52

Fair

Dakota County, Minnesota · 3.7 MI S of S JCT TH 55 · Structure no. 19R04

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
240 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,539
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Csah 46 over US 52 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 46 over US 52 in Dakota County, Minnesota. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 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 11,539 vehicles a day, projected to reach 11,800 by 2042. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 106 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesCsah 46
CrossesUS 52
Location3.7 MI S of S JCT TH 55
RouteCounty Highway 46
CountyDakota County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.71093, -93.03243
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating92.9 US tons
Inventory rating45.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span117 ft (35.8 m)
Deck width106 ft (32.4 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,539 (2022)
Projected traffic11,800 by 2042
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Csah 46 over US 52 built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Csah 46 over US 52 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 Csah 46 over US 52 carry?

About 11,539 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Csah 46 over US 52?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.8 m) and a deck 106 ft wide.

Who owns Csah 46 over US 52?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.