I029 S over Saddle Ck
FairLincoln County, South Dakota · 2.6 S US 18 W Interch · Structure no. 000000042064197
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 106 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,865
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I029 S over Saddle Ck is a concrete continuous slab carrying I029 S over Saddle Ck in Lincoln County, South Dakota. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 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 9,865 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,843 by 2044. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 I029 S over Saddle Ck built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is I029 S over Saddle 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does I029 S over Saddle Ck carry?
About 9,865 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is I029 S over Saddle Ck?
The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns I029 S over Saddle Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.