US281 over Br Sand Ck
FairBeadle County, South Dakota · 4.4 N Jerauld CO Line · Structure no. 000000003120257
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,385
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US281 over Br Sand Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US281 over Br Sand Ck in Beadle County, South Dakota. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older 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 1,385 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,896 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US281 over Br Sand Ck built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is US281 over Br Sand 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US281 over Br Sand Ck carry?
About 1,385 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.
How long is US281 over Br Sand Ck?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US281 over Br Sand Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.