US Bridges

220 Avenue over Bear in the Lodge Ck

FairPosted for load

Bennett County, South Dakota · 5.8N 1.8E Martin · Structure no. 000000004209092

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
93 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

220 Avenue over Bear in the Lodge Ck is a concrete continuous slab carrying 220 Avenue over Bear in the Lodge Ck in Bennett 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 40 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 40 by 2032. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Carries220 Avenue
CrossesBear in the Lodge Ck
Location5.8N 1.8E Martin
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates43.25674, -101.69555
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating34.6 US tons
Inventory rating20.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length93 ft (28.3 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2022)
Projected traffic40 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$15,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 220 Avenue over Bear in the Lodge Ck built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is 220 Avenue over Bear in the Lodge 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 2024.

How much traffic does 220 Avenue over Bear in the Lodge Ck carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is 220 Avenue over Bear in the Lodge Ck?

The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns 220 Avenue over Bear in the Lodge Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.