247 ST over West Firesteel Ck
FairAurora County, South Dakota · 6.3E 6N Plankinton · Structure no. 000000002223090
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 105 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 65
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
247 ST over West Firesteel Ck is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 247 ST over West Firesteel Ck in Aurora County, South Dakota. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger than the South Dakota average of 48.9 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 65 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 65 by 2032. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 247 ST over West Firesteel Ck built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is 247 ST over West Firesteel Ck 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does 247 ST over West Firesteel Ck carry?
About 65 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is 247 ST over West Firesteel Ck?
The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns 247 ST over West Firesteel Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.