US Bridges

US 52 over UP RR

Fair

Dakota County, Minnesota · 5.4 MI S of JCT TH 494 · Structure no. 9108

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
141 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 1958, so it is 67 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 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 22,902 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,250 by 2042. The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 52
CrossesUP RR
Location5.4 MI S of JCT TH 494
RouteU.S. Route 52
CountyDakota County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.80208, -93.03916
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.8 US tons
Inventory rating50.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length141 ft (43 m)
Longest span46 ft (14.1 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,902 (2022)
Projected traffic23,250 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$394 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 52 over UP RR built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 52 over UP RR 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 RR carry?

About 22,902 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US 52 over UP RR?

The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14.1 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns US 52 over UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.