SD079 over Elm Ck
FairFall River County, South Dakota · 1.3 S Custer CO Line · Structure no. 000000024356012
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,214
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD079 over Elm Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD079 over Elm Ck in Fall River County, South Dakota. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 4,214 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,340 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SD079 over Elm Ck built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is SD079 over Elm 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 November 2022.
How much traffic does SD079 over Elm Ck carry?
About 4,214 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is SD079 over Elm Ck?
The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns SD079 over Elm Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.