139th Ave. over Bear Butte Ck
GoodMeade County, South Dakota · 13.1E & 4.IN Sturgis · Structure no. 000000047151389
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 33
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
139th Ave. over Bear Butte Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 139th Ave. over Bear Butte Ck in Meade County, South Dakota. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 33 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 33 by 2032. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 139th Ave. over Bear Butte Ck built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is 139th Ave. 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 139th Ave. over Bear Butte Ck carry?
About 33 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is 139th Ave. over Bear Butte Ck?
The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns 139th Ave. over Bear Butte Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.