Elk Creek Rd. over Morris Ck
FairMeade County, South Dakota · 13S&20.4E Sturgis · Structure no. 000000047234560
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 140 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 66
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Elk Creek Rd. over Morris Ck is a concrete continuous slab carrying Elk Creek Rd. over Morris Ck in Meade County, South Dakota. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 66 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 66 by 2032. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Elk Creek Rd. over Morris Ck built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Elk Creek Rd. over Morris Ck 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Elk Creek Rd. over Morris Ck carry?
About 66 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Elk Creek Rd. over Morris Ck?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Elk Creek Rd. over Morris Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.