278 ST over I029
FairLincoln County, South Dakota · 2 N Sd 44 Interch · Structure no. 000000042065100
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 254 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 55
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
278 ST over I029 is a concrete continuous slab carrying 278 ST over I029 in Lincoln County, South Dakota. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 55 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 55 by 2043. The structure is 254 ft (77.4 m) long and 28 ft wide.
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 278 ST over I029 built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is 278 ST over I029 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 2023.
How much traffic does 278 ST over I029 carry?
About 55 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is 278 ST over I029?
The structure is 254 ft (77.4 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns 278 ST over I029?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.