US 52 over N Br Root River
FairFillmore County, Minnesota · 3.5 MI S of JCT TH 74 · Structure no. 23011
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 333 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,193
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over N Br Root River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 52 over N Br Root River in Fillmore County, Minnesota. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 4,193 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,750 by 2042. The structure is 333 ft (101.5 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over N Br Root River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 over N 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 52 over N Br Root River carry?
About 4,193 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over N Br Root River?
The structure is 333 ft (101.5 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.6 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over N Br Root River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.