US Bridges

Fogelson RD over False Bottom Ck

Good

Lawrence County, South Dakota · 2.2 MI N & 1.2 W ST Onge · Structure no. 000000041149017

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
50 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
50
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fogelson RD over False Bottom Ck is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying Fogelson RD over False Bottom Ck in Lawrence County, South Dakota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 55 by 2035. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFogelson RD
CrossesFalse Bottom Ck
Location2.2 MI N & 1.2 W ST Onge
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates44.57931, -103.75404
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width23 ft (6.9 m)
Roadway width23 ft (6.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2022)
Projected traffic55 by 2035
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 Fogelson RD over False Bottom Ck built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fogelson RD over False Bottom 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Fogelson RD over False Bottom Ck carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Fogelson RD over False Bottom Ck?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns Fogelson RD over False Bottom Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.