Kirk RD over Whitewood Ck
FairLawrence County, South Dakota · 1.0E 0.5S Lead · Structure no. 000000041151177
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 74 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 69
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Kirk RD over Whitewood Ck is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Kirk RD over Whitewood Ck in Lawrence County, South Dakota. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 69 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2032. The structure is 74 ft (22.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Kirk RD over Whitewood Ck built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Kirk RD over Whitewood Ck 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Kirk RD over Whitewood Ck carry?
About 69 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Kirk RD over Whitewood Ck?
The structure is 74 ft (22.7 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Kirk RD over Whitewood Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.