US018 over Creek
FairHutchinson County, South Dakota · 3.0 W of SD37 Junction · Structure no. 000000034031180
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 129 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 697
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US018 over Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US018 over Creek in Hutchinson County, South Dakota. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 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 697 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,107 by 2044. The structure is 129 ft (39.2 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US018 over Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is US018 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US018 over Creek carry?
About 697 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US018 over Creek?
The structure is 129 ft (39.2 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US018 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.