253rd ST over West Br Skunk Ck
GoodMinnehaha County, South Dakota · 3.8W & 4.5S Colton · Structure no. 000000050063090
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 46
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
253rd ST over West Br Skunk Ck is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 253rd ST over West Br Skunk Ck in Minnehaha County, South Dakota. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 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 46 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 53 by 2038. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 253rd ST over West Br Skunk Ck built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is 253rd ST over West Br Skunk 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does 253rd ST over West Br Skunk Ck carry?
About 46 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is 253rd ST over West Br Skunk Ck?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns 253rd ST over West Br Skunk Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.