US Bridges

14th Ave. N Wtn. over Big Sioux Rv

PoorPosted for load

Codington County, South Dakota · 2 N 1.2W Watertown · Structure no. 000000015178160

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
100 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,970
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

14th Ave. N Wtn. over Big Sioux Rv is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 14th Ave. N Wtn. over Big Sioux Rv in Codington County, South Dakota. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,970 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,700 by 2040. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Carries14th Ave. N Wtn.
CrossesBig Sioux Rv
Location2 N 1.2W Watertown
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates44.9192, -97.12933
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating11 US tons
Inventory rating8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length100 ft (30.5 m)
Longest span49 ft (15 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,970 (2022)
Projected traffic6,700 by 2040
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$3.6 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 14th Ave. N Wtn. over Big Sioux Rv built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is 14th Ave. N Wtn. over Big Sioux Rv in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does 14th Ave. N Wtn. over Big Sioux Rv carry?

About 4,970 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is 14th Ave. N Wtn. over Big Sioux Rv?

The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (15 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns 14th Ave. N Wtn. over Big Sioux Rv?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.