New Underwood Rd. over West Elm Ck
GoodMeade County, South Dakota · 5 E of Hereford · Structure no. 000000047378444
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 388 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 233
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
New Underwood Rd. over West Elm Ck is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying New Underwood Rd. over West Elm Ck in Meade County, South Dakota. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 233 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 233 by 2032. The structure is 388 ft (118.3 m) long and 31 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was New Underwood Rd. over West Elm Ck built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is New Underwood Rd. over West Elm 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 New Underwood Rd. over West Elm Ck carry?
About 233 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is New Underwood Rd. over West Elm Ck?
The structure is 388 ft (118.3 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns New Underwood Rd. over West Elm Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.