US081 over Big Sioux Rv
FairCodington County, South Dakota · 0.7 S JCT US 212 · Structure no. 000000015190186
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 119 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,665
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US081 over Big Sioux Rv is a concrete continuous slab carrying US081 over Big Sioux Rv in Codington County, South Dakota. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 7,665 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,976 by 2044. The structure is 119 ft (36.4 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US081 over Big Sioux Rv built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is US081 over Big Sioux Rv 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US081 over Big Sioux Rv carry?
About 7,665 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US081 over Big Sioux Rv?
The structure is 119 ft (36.4 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.
Who owns US081 over Big Sioux Rv?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.