US Bridges

IRR US012 over Br Snake Ck

Fair

Corson County, South Dakota · 1.7 NW JCT Sd 20 · Structure no. 000000016687258

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,091
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IRR US012 over Br Snake Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying IRR US012 over Br Snake Ck in Corson County, South Dakota. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 5 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 1,091 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,425 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

CarriesIRR US012
CrossesBr Snake Ck
Location1.7 NW JCT Sd 20
RouteU.S. Route 12
Coordinates45.57667, -100.59134
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.9 US tons
Inventory rating27.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,091 (2024)
Projected traffic1,425 by 2044
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$14,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IRR US012 over Br Snake Ck built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is IRR US012 over Br Snake Ck 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does IRR US012 over Br Snake Ck carry?

About 1,091 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is IRR US012 over Br Snake Ck?

The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns IRR US012 over Br Snake Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.