US 52 over TR 168
FairOlmsted County, Minnesota · 2.5 MI SE of JCT TH 63 · Structure no. 55026
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 177 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,100
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over TR 168 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 52 over TR 168 in Olmsted County, Minnesota. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 10,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,850 by 2039. The structure is 177 ft (54 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over TR 168 built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 over TR 168 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 52 over TR 168 carry?
About 10,100 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over TR 168?
The structure is 177 ft (54 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over TR 168?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.