US Bridges

250th ST HWY 114 over Colton Ck

Good

Minnehaha County, South Dakota · 2S & 0.3E Colton · Structure no. 000000050103060

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,169
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

250th ST HWY 114 over Colton Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 250th ST HWY 114 over Colton Ck in Minnehaha County, South Dakota. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 1,169 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,227 by 2037. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Carries250th ST HWY 114
CrossesColton Ck
Location2S & 0.3E Colton
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates43.76126, -96.92639
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,169 (2022)
Projected traffic1,227 by 2037
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$324,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 250th ST HWY 114 over Colton Ck built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is 250th ST HWY 114 over Colton 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 250th ST HWY 114 over Colton Ck carry?

About 1,169 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is 250th ST HWY 114 over Colton Ck?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).

Who owns 250th ST HWY 114 over Colton Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.