US Bridges

459 Ave over Battle Ck

Good

Lake County, South Dakota · 6.6 Miles South of Nunda · Structure no. 000000040170096

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
65
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

459 Ave over Battle Ck is a concrete culvert carrying 459 Ave over Battle Ck in Lake County, South Dakota. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 65 vehicles a day, projected to reach 74 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Carries459 Ave
CrossesBattle Ck
Location6.6 Miles South of Nunda
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates44.05753, -97.02913
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating82 US tons
Inventory rating63.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic65 (2022)
Projected traffic74 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 459 Ave over Battle Ck built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is 459 Ave over Battle Ck 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 June 2021.

How much traffic does 459 Ave over Battle Ck carry?

About 65 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 459 Ave over Battle Ck?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns 459 Ave over Battle Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.