US Bridges

391 Ave over Sand Ck

Fair

Jerauld County, South Dakota · 2.6S 1.3W Alpena · Structure no. 000000037270036

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
52 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
60
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

391 Ave over Sand Ck is a steel culvert carrying 391 Ave over Sand Ck in Jerauld County, South Dakota. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 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 60 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 60 by 2032. The structure is 52 ft (16 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Carries391 Ave
CrossesSand Ck
Location2.6S 1.3W Alpena
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates44.14719, -98.3926
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.6 US tons
Inventory rating49.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length52 ft (16 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60 (2022)
Projected traffic60 by 2032
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 391 Ave over Sand Ck built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is 391 Ave 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does 391 Ave over Sand Ck carry?

About 60 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is 391 Ave over Sand Ck?

The structure is 52 ft (16 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.6 m).

Who owns 391 Ave over Sand Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.