US Bridges

US085 N over Redwater Rv

Good

Lawrence County, South Dakota · Butte CO Line · Structure no. 000000041095010

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
159 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,388
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US085 N over Redwater Rv is a concrete continuous slab carrying US085 N over Redwater Rv in Lawrence County, South Dakota. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 4,388 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,297 by 2044. The structure is 159 ft (48.6 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS085 N
CrossesRedwater Rv
LocationButte CO Line
RouteU.S. Route 85
Coordinates44.59026, -103.8611
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.9 US tons
Inventory rating48.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length159 ft (48.6 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.3 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,388 (2024)
Projected traffic6,297 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US085 N over Redwater Rv built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US085 N over Redwater Rv 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US085 N over Redwater Rv carry?

About 4,388 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US085 N over Redwater Rv?

The structure is 159 ft (48.6 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns US085 N over Redwater Rv?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.