SD071 over Plains Ck
FairFall River County, South Dakota · 0.5 N JCT Sd 471 · Structure no. 000000024200253
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 239
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD071 over Plains Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD071 over Plains Ck in Fall River County, South Dakota. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 6 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 239 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 355 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SD071 over Plains Ck built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is SD071 over Plains 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does SD071 over Plains Ck carry?
About 239 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is SD071 over Plains Ck?
The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns SD071 over Plains Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.