US Bridges

Double R RD over North Fork Sulphur Ck

Good

Butte County, South Dakota · 12 E 14.4 N Newell · Structure no. 000000010429196

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
35
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Double R RD over North Fork Sulphur Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Double R RD over North Fork Sulphur Ck in Butte County, South Dakota. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 35 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 39 by 2032. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesDouble R RD
CrossesNorth Fork Sulphur Ck
Location12 E 14.4 N Newell
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates44.93064, -103.17906
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length29 ft (8.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35 (2022)
Projected traffic39 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Double R RD over North Fork Sulphur Ck built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Double R RD over North Fork Sulphur 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Double R RD over North Fork Sulphur Ck carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Double R RD over North Fork Sulphur Ck?

The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Double R RD over North Fork Sulphur Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.