W Kemp Avenue over Big Sioux River
FairCodington County, South Dakota · 0.3E of 10th Street NW · Structure no. 000000015181171
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 108 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,053
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
W Kemp Avenue over Big Sioux River is a steel culvert carrying W Kemp Avenue over Big Sioux River in Codington County, South Dakota. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 5,053 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,053 by 2032. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W Kemp Avenue over Big Sioux River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is W Kemp Avenue over Big Sioux River 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 2023.
How much traffic does W Kemp Avenue over Big Sioux River carry?
About 5,053 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is W Kemp Avenue over Big Sioux River?
The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.9 m).
Who owns W Kemp Avenue over Big Sioux River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.