US Bridges

I229 S over Big Sioux Rv

Good

Minnehaha County, South Dakota · 0.2 SW Western Av Interch · Structure no. 000000050188239

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
467 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
20,220
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I229 S over Big Sioux Rv is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I229 S over Big Sioux Rv in Minnehaha County, South Dakota. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 20,220 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,626 by 2044. The structure is 467 ft (142.3 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesI229 S
CrossesBig Sioux Rv
Location0.2 SW Western Av Interch
RouteInterstate 229
Coordinates43.50194, -96.75311
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating83 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length467 ft (142.3 m)
Longest span115 ft (35 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.7 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,220 (2024)
Projected traffic33,626 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I229 S over Big Sioux Rv built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is I229 S over Big Sioux Rv 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does I229 S over Big Sioux Rv carry?

About 20,220 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is I229 S over Big Sioux Rv?

The structure is 467 ft (142.3 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns I229 S over Big Sioux Rv?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.