Colony Pl. over Bear Butte Ck
GoodMeade County, South Dakota · 5.5E & 2.4N Sturgis · Structure no. 000000047085404
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Colony Pl. over Bear Butte Ck is a steel culvert carrying Colony Pl. over Bear Butte Ck in Meade County, South Dakota. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 15 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 15 by 2032. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Colony Pl. over Bear Butte Ck built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is Colony Pl. over Bear Butte 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 Colony Pl. over Bear Butte Ck carry?
About 15 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Colony Pl. over Bear Butte Ck?
The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns Colony Pl. over Bear Butte Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.