IRR BIA RTE 2 over Crow Creek
FairBuffalo County, South Dakota · 3.4 KM NW of Shelby · Structure no. 00000000000A104
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 178
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 2 over Crow Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying IRR BIA RTE 2 over Crow Creek in Buffalo County, South Dakota. It was built in 1973 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 52 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 178 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 278 by 2044. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
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Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 2 over Crow Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 2 over Crow Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 2 over Crow Creek carry?
About 178 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 2 over Crow Creek?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 2 over Crow Creek?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.