SD073 over West Br Turtle Ck
FairMeade County, South Dakota · 13.2 S of Faith · Structure no. 000000047759141
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 831
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD073 over West Br Turtle Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD073 over West Br Turtle Ck in Meade County, South Dakota. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 831 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,325 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SD073 over West Br Turtle Ck built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is SD073 over West Br Turtle 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does SD073 over West Br Turtle Ck carry?
About 831 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is SD073 over West Br Turtle Ck?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).
Who owns SD073 over West Br Turtle Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.