244th Street over Trib. to Big Sioux River
FairMoody County, South Dakota · 4S & 1.2W of Trent · Structure no. 000000051099240
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1950
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 348
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
244th Street over Trib. to Big Sioux River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 244th Street over Trib. to Big Sioux River in Moody County, South Dakota. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1950, so it is 86 years old, older than the South Dakota average of 48.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 348 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 348 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 244th Street over Trib. to Big Sioux River built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1950.
What condition is 244th Street over Trib. to Big Sioux River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does 244th Street over Trib. to Big Sioux River carry?
About 348 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is 244th Street over Trib. to Big Sioux River?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns 244th Street over Trib. to Big Sioux River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.