US016A over Laughing Water Ck
GoodCuster County, South Dakota · 0.4 E JCT US 16 & 385 N · Structure no. 000000017233070
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,829
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US016A over Laughing Water Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US016A over Laughing Water Ck in Custer County, South Dakota. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 6,829 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,138 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US016A over Laughing Water Ck built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is US016A over Laughing Water 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US016A over Laughing Water Ck carry?
About 6,829 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US016A over Laughing Water Ck?
The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns US016A over Laughing Water Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.