Csah 52 over Mississippi River; ST
PoorHennepin County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI W of JCT Csah 23 · Structure no. 27538
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 383 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,727
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 52 over Mississippi River; ST is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 52 over Mississippi River; ST in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 5,727 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,150 by 2041. The structure is 383 ft (116.7 m) long and 54 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 52 over Mississippi River; ST built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 52 over Mississippi River; ST in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 52 over Mississippi River; ST carry?
About 5,727 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Csah 52 over Mississippi River; ST?
The structure is 383 ft (116.7 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.1 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 52 over Mississippi River; ST?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.