159 ST over South Fork Yellow Bank R
GoodGrant County, South Dakota · 2.0N & 3.5E Albee · Structure no. 000000026363170
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
159 ST over South Fork Yellow Bank R is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 159 ST over South Fork Yellow Bank R in Grant County, South Dakota. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 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 40 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 55 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 159 ST over South Fork Yellow Bank R built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is 159 ST over South Fork Yellow Bank R 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does 159 ST over South Fork Yellow Bank R carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is 159 ST over South Fork Yellow Bank R?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns 159 ST over South Fork Yellow Bank R?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.