US 52 over S Br Root River
FairFillmore County, Minnesota · 2.0 MI SE of W JCT TH 16 · Structure no. 23009
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 239 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,769
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over S Br Root River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 52 over S Br Root River in Fillmore County, Minnesota. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 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 4,769 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,100 by 2042. The structure is 239 ft (72.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over S Br Root River built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 over S Br Root 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 52 over S Br Root River carry?
About 4,769 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over S Br Root River?
The structure is 239 ft (72.8 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over S Br Root River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.