IRR BIA RTE 2 over Potato Creek
PoorJackson County, South Dakota · 8.9 KM West of Sd HWY 44 · Structure no. 00000000000A028
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 68 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,314
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 2 over Potato Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying IRR BIA RTE 2 over Potato Creek in Jackson County, South Dakota. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,314 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,537 by 2043. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 IRR BIA RTE 2 over Potato Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 2 over Potato Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 2 over Potato Creek carry?
About 1,314 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 2 over Potato Creek?
The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 2 over Potato Creek?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.