US Bridges

US 52 over Stream

Fair

Fillmore County, Minnesota · 3.3 MI S of JCT TH 74 · Structure no. 95580

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,193
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 52 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US 52 over Stream 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 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 4,193 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,750 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 52
CrossesStream
Location3.3 MI S of JCT TH 74
RouteU.S. Route 52
CountyFillmore County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates43.81974, -92.13966
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.2 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.2 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,193 (2022)
Projected traffic4,750 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 Stream built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 52 over Stream 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 Stream carry?

About 4,193 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 52 over Stream?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns US 52 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.