US Bridges

267th ST HWY 148 over Trib to Skunk Ck

Good

Minnehaha County, South Dakota · 3.5S & 1.9W Ellis · Structure no. 000000050131230

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,487
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

267th ST HWY 148 over Trib to Skunk Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 267th ST HWY 148 over Trib to Skunk Ck in Minnehaha County, South Dakota. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 3,487 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,836 by 2037. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Carries267th ST HWY 148
CrossesTrib to Skunk Ck
Location3.5S & 1.9W Ellis
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates43.51466, -96.86827
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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 adequacy9: Superior 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 length25 ft (7.7 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,487 (2022)
Projected traffic3,836 by 2037
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$276,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 267th ST HWY 148 over Trib to Skunk Ck built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is 267th ST HWY 148 over Trib to 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 267th ST HWY 148 over Trib to Skunk Ck carry?

About 3,487 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is 267th ST HWY 148 over Trib to Skunk Ck?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns 267th ST HWY 148 over Trib to Skunk Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.