US Bridges

253rd ST HWY 120 over Trib to Split Rock Ck

Good

Minnehaha County, South Dakota · 2.4E Garretson · Structure no. 000000050335090

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
52 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
412
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

253rd ST HWY 120 over Trib to Split Rock Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 253rd ST HWY 120 over Trib to Split Rock Ck in Minnehaha County, South Dakota. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 412 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 478 by 2038. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Carries253rd ST HWY 120
CrossesTrib to Split Rock Ck
Location2.4E Garretson
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates43.71813, -96.46101
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length52 ft (15.9 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic412 (2023)
Projected traffic478 by 2038
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$479,000 (2018 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 253rd ST HWY 120 over Trib to Split Rock Ck built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is 253rd ST HWY 120 over Trib to Split Rock Ck 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 June 2022.

How much traffic does 253rd ST HWY 120 over Trib to Split Rock Ck carry?

About 412 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is 253rd ST HWY 120 over Trib to Split Rock Ck?

The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns 253rd ST HWY 120 over Trib to Split Rock Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.