US Bridges

I229 over W 57th ST

Good

Minnehaha County, South Dakota · 0.4 SW Western Av Interch · Structure no. 000000050187240

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
180 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
34,780
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I229 over W 57th ST is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I229 over W 57th ST in Minnehaha County, South Dakota. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 34,780 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 70,638 by 2043. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long.

CarriesI229
CrossesW 57th ST
Location0.4 SW Western Av Interch
RouteInterstate 229
Coordinates43.5003, -96.75708
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.4 US tons
Inventory rating51.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span87 ft (26.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic34,780 (2023)
Projected traffic70,638 by 2043
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I229 over W 57th ST built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is I229 over W 57th ST 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does I229 over W 57th ST carry?

About 34,780 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is I229 over W 57th ST?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.4 m).

Who owns I229 over W 57th ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.