US Bridges

Csah 44 over US 52

Good

Olmsted County, Minnesota · 5.5 MI N of JCT 14; 52 · Structure no. 55069

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
268 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,200
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Csah 44 over US 52 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 44 over US 52 in Olmsted County, Minnesota. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,200 by 2039. The structure is 268 ft (81.7 m) long and 109 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesCsah 44
CrossesUS 52
Location5.5 MI N of JCT 14; 52
RouteCounty Highway 44
Coordinates44.10818, -92.51532
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating104.7 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length268 ft (81.7 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width109 ft (33.1 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,200 (2014)
Projected traffic2,200 by 2039
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$1,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Csah 44 over US 52 built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Csah 44 over US 52 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.

How much traffic does Csah 44 over US 52 carry?

About 2,200 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Csah 44 over US 52?

The structure is 268 ft (81.7 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 109 ft wide.

Who owns Csah 44 over US 52?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.