Minnesota Avenue over Big Sioux River
GoodMinnehaha County, South Dakota · 0.2S of I-229 - Sf · Structure no. 000000050200235
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 338 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Minnesota Avenue over Big Sioux River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Minnesota Avenue over Big Sioux River in Minnehaha County, South Dakota. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 26,500 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,500 by 2032. The structure is 338 ft (103.1 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Minnesota Avenue over Big Sioux River built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Minnesota Avenue over Big Sioux River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Minnesota Avenue over Big Sioux River carry?
About 26,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Minnesota Avenue over Big Sioux River?
The structure is 338 ft (103.1 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.5 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.
Who owns Minnesota Avenue over Big Sioux River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.