US Bridges

Msas 126 over US 52

Fair

Olmsted County, Minnesota · 2.5 MI N of JCT TH 14 · Structure no. 55035

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
183 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,008
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 126 over US 52 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 126 over US 52 in Olmsted County, Minnesota. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 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 21,008 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,700 by 2041. The structure is 183 ft (55.9 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMsas 126
CrossesUS 52
Location2.5 MI N of JCT TH 14
RouteCity Street 126
Coordinates44.06543, -92.5002
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96.8 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length183 ft (55.9 m)
Longest span89 ft (27 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.5 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,008 (2021)
Projected traffic19,700 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 126 over US 52 built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 126 over US 52 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 Msas 126 over US 52 carry?

About 21,008 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Msas 126 over US 52?

The structure is 183 ft (55.9 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 126 over US 52?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.