Bear Butte Rd. over Spring Ck
GoodMeade County, South Dakota · 3.5N & 1E Sturgis · Structure no. 000000047040395
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 80
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bear Butte Rd. over Spring Ck is a concrete culvert carrying Bear Butte Rd. over Spring Ck in Meade County, South Dakota. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 80 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 91 by 2032. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bear Butte Rd. over Spring Ck built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bear Butte Rd. over Spring Ck in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Bear Butte Rd. over Spring Ck carry?
About 80 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Bear Butte Rd. over Spring Ck?
The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Bear Butte Rd. over Spring Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.