480th Avenue over Medary Ck
GoodBrookings County, South Dakota · 3.4N & 6W Elkton · Structure no. 000000006260176
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 50 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 92
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
480th Avenue over Medary Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 480th Avenue over Medary Ck in Brookings County, South Dakota. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 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 92 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 92 by 2032. The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 480th Avenue over Medary Ck built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is 480th Avenue over Medary Ck 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 2023.
How much traffic does 480th Avenue over Medary Ck carry?
About 92 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is 480th Avenue over Medary Ck?
The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns 480th Avenue over Medary Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.