US Bridges

296 Avenue over Dry Run Ck

Good

Hughes County, South Dakota · 6.2E & 1.3N Pierre · Structure no. 000000033170107

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
62
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

296 Avenue over Dry Run Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 296 Avenue over Dry Run Ck in Hughes County, South Dakota. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 62 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 62 by 2032. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Carries296 Avenue
CrossesDry Run Ck
Location6.2E & 1.3N Pierre
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates44.3859, -100.22966
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating61.2 US tons
Inventory rating36.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic62 (2022)
Projected traffic62 by 2032
Trucks3%
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 296 Avenue over Dry Run Ck built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is 296 Avenue over Dry Run Ck 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does 296 Avenue over Dry Run Ck carry?

About 62 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is 296 Avenue over Dry Run Ck?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns 296 Avenue over Dry Run Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.