266th Avenue over Bad River
GoodJones County, South Dakota · 1.4S Stanley CO Line · Structure no. 000000038133014
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 210 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
266th Avenue over Bad River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 266th Avenue over Bad River in Jones County, South Dakota. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 45 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 45 by 2032. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 266th Avenue over Bad River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is 266th Avenue over Bad River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does 266th Avenue over Bad River carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is 266th Avenue over Bad River?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns 266th Avenue over Bad River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.