US Bridges

355 Ave over Squaw Ck

Fair

Gregory County, South Dakota · 5.0E & 6.9S Herrick · Structure no. 000000027230339

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

355 Ave over Squaw Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 355 Ave over Squaw Ck in Gregory 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 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 12 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 13 by 2032. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Carries355 Ave
CrossesSquaw Ck
Location5.0E & 6.9S Herrick
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates43.01123, -99.08012
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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating65.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12 (2022)
Projected traffic13 by 2032
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 355 Ave over Squaw Ck built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is 355 Ave over Squaw 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 2024.

How much traffic does 355 Ave over Squaw Ck carry?

About 12 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is 355 Ave over Squaw Ck?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).

Who owns 355 Ave over Squaw Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.