Upper French Ck RD over Ruby Ck
GoodCuster County, South Dakota · 2.2W & 0.5S Custer · Structure no. 000000017207076
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Upper French Ck RD over Ruby Ck is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Upper French Ck RD over Ruby Ck in Custer County, South Dakota. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 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 40 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 60 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Upper French Ck RD over Ruby Ck built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Upper French Ck RD over Ruby 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Upper French Ck RD over Ruby Ck carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Upper French Ck RD over Ruby Ck?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.2 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns Upper French Ck RD over Ruby Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.