263rd ST HWY 140 over Skunk Ck
GoodMinnehaha County, South Dakota · 0.5N & 2.4W Ellis · Structure no. 000000050126190
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 165 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,082
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
263rd ST HWY 140 over Skunk Ck is a concrete continuous slab carrying 263rd ST HWY 140 over Skunk Ck in Minnehaha County, South Dakota. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 1,082 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,244 by 2037. The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 263rd ST HWY 140 over Skunk Ck built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is 263rd ST HWY 140 over 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does 263rd ST HWY 140 over Skunk Ck carry?
About 1,082 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is 263rd ST HWY 140 over Skunk Ck?
The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.8 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns 263rd ST HWY 140 over Skunk Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.