I090 over Higgins Gulch
FairLawrence County, South Dakota · 1 W US 85 Interch · Structure no. 000000041084057
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,640
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I090 over Higgins Gulch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I090 over Higgins Gulch in Lawrence County, South Dakota. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 7,640 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,070 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I090 over Higgins Gulch built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is I090 over Higgins Gulch 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does I090 over Higgins Gulch carry?
About 7,640 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is I090 over Higgins Gulch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).
Who owns I090 over Higgins Gulch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.