52nd Ave South over Red River of the North
GoodCass County, North Dakota · 52nd Ave South-Fargo · Structure no. 0000FRGO30
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 597 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,875
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
52nd Ave South over Red River of the North is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 52nd Ave South over Red River of the North in Cass County, North Dakota. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, younger than the North Dakota average of 48.2 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 1,875 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,810 by 2039. The structure is 597 ft (182 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 52nd Ave South over Red River of the North built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is 52nd Ave South over Red River of the North 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 2021.
How much traffic does 52nd Ave South over Red River of the North carry?
About 1,875 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is 52nd Ave South over Red River of the North?
The structure is 597 ft (182 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns 52nd Ave South over Red River of the North?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.