38830 279 ST over Andes Ck
FairDouglas County, South Dakota · 1.5N 3.7W of Armour · Structure no. 000000022143110
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
38830 279 ST over Andes Ck is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 38830 279 ST over Andes Ck in Douglas County, South Dakota. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 10 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 10 by 2032. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 38830 279 ST over Andes Ck built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is 38830 279 ST over Andes 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does 38830 279 ST over Andes Ck carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is 38830 279 ST over Andes Ck?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.
Who owns 38830 279 ST over Andes Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.