US Bridges

Csah 52 over Miss R; River Pkwy; ST

Fair

Hennepin County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI W of JCT Csah 23 · Structure no. 27636

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Suspension
Steel
Length
1,037 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
26,500
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Csah 52 over Miss R; River Pkwy; ST is a steel suspension carrying Csah 52 over Miss R; River Pkwy; ST in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 26,500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 26,500 by 2034. The structure is 1,037 ft (316 m) long and 134 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesCsah 52
CrossesMiss R; River Pkwy; ST
Location0.3 MI W of JCT Csah 23
RouteCounty Highway 52
CountyHennepin County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.98542, -93.26381
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating33.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSuspension
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+4 approach)
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length1,037 ft (316 m)
Longest span625 ft (190.5 m)
Deck width134 ft (40.7 m)
Roadway width87 ft (26.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck78 ft (23.7 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,500 (2014)
Projected traffic26,500 by 2034
Trucks—
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Csah 52 over Miss R; River Pkwy; ST built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Csah 52 over Miss R; River Pkwy; ST 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Csah 52 over Miss R; River Pkwy; ST carry?

About 26,500 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Csah 52 over Miss R; River Pkwy; ST?

The structure is 1,037 ft (316 m) long with a longest span of 625 ft (190.5 m) and a deck 134 ft wide.

Who owns Csah 52 over Miss R; River Pkwy; ST?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.