57th Street over Drainage Channel
GoodMinnehaha County, South Dakota · East of Louise Avenue · Structure no. 000000050183240
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 71 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
57th Street over Drainage Channel is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 57th Street over Drainage Channel in Minnehaha County, South Dakota. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 18,300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,000 by 2032. The structure is 71 ft (21.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 57th Street over Drainage Channel built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is 57th Street over Drainage Channel 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does 57th Street over Drainage Channel carry?
About 18,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is 57th Street over Drainage Channel?
The structure is 71 ft (21.7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).
Who owns 57th Street over Drainage Channel?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.