Elk Creek Rd. over Elk Ck
GoodMeade County, South Dakota · 0.2 S 3.1 E Piedmont · Structure no. 000000047122558
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 151
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Elk Creek Rd. over Elk Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Elk Creek Rd. over Elk Ck in Meade County, South Dakota. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 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 151 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 151 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Elk Creek Rd. over Elk Ck built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Elk Creek Rd. over Elk 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 Elk Creek Rd. over Elk Ck carry?
About 151 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Elk Creek Rd. over Elk Ck?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Elk Creek Rd. over Elk Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.