Nemo Road over Elk Ck
FairLawrence County, South Dakota · At Roubaix · Structure no. 000000041195226
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 389
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nemo Road over Elk Ck is a concrete culvert carrying Nemo Road over Elk Ck in Lawrence County, South Dakota. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 389 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 389 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nemo Road over Elk Ck built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nemo Road over Elk 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 Nemo Road over Elk Ck carry?
About 389 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Nemo Road over Elk Ck?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Nemo Road over Elk Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.