US Bridges

I029 N over Stray Horse Ck

Fair

Hamlin County, South Dakota · 4 NW of Sd 22 Interch · Structure no. 000000029272012

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
183 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,595
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I029 N over Stray Horse Ck is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I029 N over Stray Horse Ck in Hamlin County, South Dakota. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older 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 4,595 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,902 by 2044. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesI029 N
CrossesStray Horse Ck
Location4 NW of Sd 22 Interch
RouteInterstate 29
Coordinates44.78789, -96.94216
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length183 ft (55.8 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.4 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,595 (2024)
Projected traffic6,902 by 2044
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 I029 N over Stray Horse Ck built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is I029 N over Stray Horse 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does I029 N over Stray Horse Ck carry?

About 4,595 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is I029 N over Stray Horse Ck?

The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns I029 N over Stray Horse Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.