US Bridges

26th Street over Big Sioux River Bnsfrr

Good

Minnehaha County, South Dakota · W of Southeastern Avenue · Structure no. 000000050218220

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
650 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
28,100
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

26th Street over Big Sioux River Bnsfrr is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 26th Street over Big Sioux River Bnsfrr in Minnehaha County, South Dakota. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 28,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,100 by 2032. The structure is 650 ft (198.1 m) long and 95 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Carries26th Street
CrossesBig Sioux River Bnsfrr
LocationW of Southeastern Avenue
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates43.52932, -96.69472
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 rating68.1 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length650 ft (198.1 m)
Longest span161 ft (49.1 m)
Deck width95 ft (29 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,100 (2022)
Projected traffic32,100 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 26th Street over Big Sioux River Bnsfrr built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is 26th Street over Big Sioux River Bnsfrr 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does 26th Street over Big Sioux River Bnsfrr carry?

About 28,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is 26th Street over Big Sioux River Bnsfrr?

The structure is 650 ft (198.1 m) long with a longest span of 161 ft (49.1 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.

Who owns 26th Street over Big Sioux River Bnsfrr?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.