US Bridges

335 Ave over Creek

Fair

Gregory County, South Dakota · 6.2S & 2W Gregory · Structure no. 000000027030252

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
16
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

335 Ave over Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 335 Ave over Creek in Gregory County, South Dakota. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 16 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 17 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Carries335 Ave
CrossesCreek
Location6.2S & 2W Gregory
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates43.13714, -99.47472
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating71 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16 (2022)
Projected traffic17 by 2032
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 335 Ave over Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is 335 Ave over Creek 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does 335 Ave over Creek carry?

About 16 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is 335 Ave over Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns 335 Ave over Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.