Bluejay Street over Lake Norden Outlet
GoodHamlin County, South Dakota · 1.5E of Lake Norden · Structure no. 000000029153155
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bluejay Street over Lake Norden Outlet is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Bluejay Street over Lake Norden Outlet in Hamlin County, South Dakota. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 114 by 2032. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bluejay Street over Lake Norden Outlet built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bluejay Street over Lake Norden Outlet 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Bluejay Street over Lake Norden Outlet carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Bluejay Street over Lake Norden Outlet?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Bluejay Street over Lake Norden Outlet?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.