294th Street over West Brule Creek
FairLincoln County, South Dakota · 4.7W of Norway Center · Structure no. 000000042103260
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 199
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
294th Street over West Brule Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 294th Street over West Brule Creek in Lincoln County, South Dakota. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 199 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 290 by 2032. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 294th Street over West Brule Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is 294th Street over West Brule Creek 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does 294th Street over West Brule Creek carry?
About 199 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is 294th Street over West Brule Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns 294th Street over West Brule Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.