US281 over Sand Ck
FairJerauld County, South Dakota · 1.3 S Beadle CO Line · Structure no. 000000037239014
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 117 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,385
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US281 over Sand Ck is a concrete continuous slab carrying US281 over Sand Ck in Jerauld County, South Dakota. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 1,385 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,896 by 2044. The structure is 117 ft (35.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US281 over Sand Ck built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is US281 over Sand 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US281 over Sand Ck carry?
About 1,385 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.
How long is US281 over Sand Ck?
The structure is 117 ft (35.7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US281 over Sand Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.