US016 over French Ck
FairCuster County, South Dakota · 0.3 W JCT US 385 S · Structure no. 000000017221074
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 93 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,709
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US016 over French Ck is a concrete continuous slab carrying US016 over French Ck in Custer 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 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 3,709 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,049 by 2044. The structure is 93 ft (28.4 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.1 mi (100 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US016 over French Ck built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is US016 over French 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does US016 over French Ck carry?
About 3,709 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US016 over French Ck?
The structure is 93 ft (28.4 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.3 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns US016 over French Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.