US Bridges

US 52 over Stream

Good

Olmsted County, Minnesota · 2.7 MI NW of N JCT TH 14 · Structure no. 55X03

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
52,227
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 52 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US 52 over Stream in Olmsted County, Minnesota. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 52,227 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,000 by 2041. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 52
CrossesStream
Location2.7 MI NW of N JCT TH 14
RouteU.S. Route 52
Coordinates44.07064, -92.50318
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length29 ft (8.7 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic52,227 (2021)
Projected traffic54,000 by 2041
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 52 over Stream built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 52 over Stream 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 52 over Stream carry?

About 52,227 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 52 over Stream?

The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 52 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.