US Bridges

US 52 over Stream

Fair

Goodhue County, Minnesota · 2.6 MI N of N JCT TH 60 · Structure no. 4762

Built
1928
97 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,347
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 52 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US 52 over Stream in Goodhue County, Minnesota. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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 21,347 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,800 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 52
CrossesStream
Location2.6 MI N of N JCT TH 60
RouteU.S. Route 52
CountyGoodhue County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.32376, -92.71007
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
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 loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,347 (2022)
Projected traffic20,800 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$40 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 52 over Stream built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 52 over Stream carry?

About 21,347 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 52 over Stream?

The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns US 52 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.