US Bridges

US 52 over Vermillion River

Fair

Dakota County, Minnesota · 4.2 MI N of JCT TH 50 · Structure no. 9675

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Concrete
Length
143 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 concrete girder and floorbeam system carrying US 52 over Vermillion River in Dakota County, Minnesota. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 15,443 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,500 by 2042. The structure is 143 ft (43.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 52
CrossesVermillion River
Location4.2 MI N of JCT TH 50
RouteU.S. Route 52
CountyDakota County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.6617, -93.00727
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 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
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.6 US tons
Inventory rating47.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeGirder and Floorbeam System
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length143 ft (43.7 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,443 (2022)
Projected traffic13,500 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 52 over Vermillion River built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

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 15% are trucks.

How long is US 52 over Vermillion River?

The structure is 143 ft (43.7 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US 52 over Vermillion River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.