220th over Elk Ck
FairPosted for loadMeade County, South Dakota · 14S 21.9E of Sturgis · Structure no. 000000047249570
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 77 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
220th over Elk Ck is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 220th over Elk Ck in Meade County, South Dakota. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1994, 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 10 by 2032. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 220th over Elk Ck built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is 220th over Elk 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 220th over Elk Ck carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is 220th over Elk Ck?
The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns 220th over Elk Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.