US Highway 52 over Wintering River
FairMcHenry County, North Dakota · West of Nd 14 North · Structure no. 0052141164
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1967
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 93 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,100
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 52 over Wintering River is a concrete continuous slab carrying US Highway 52 over Wintering River in McHenry County, North Dakota. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 78 years old, older than the North Dakota average of 48.2 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 1,100 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,100 by 2039. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 52 over Wintering River built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.
What condition is US Highway 52 over Wintering River 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway 52 over Wintering River carry?
About 1,100 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 52 over Wintering River?
The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns US Highway 52 over Wintering River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.