US Bridges

US385 over Horse Ck

Poor

Pennington County, South Dakota · 3.6 N JCT US 16 E · Structure no. 000000052282363

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,378
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US385 over Horse Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US385 over Horse Ck in Pennington County, South Dakota. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 2,378 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,750 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

CarriesUS385
CrossesHorse Ck
Location3.6 N JCT US 16 E
RouteU.S. Route 385
Coordinates43.98863, -103.49324
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating91.8 US tons
Inventory rating55 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,378 (2024)
Projected traffic3,750 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$50,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US385 over Horse Ck built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is US385 over Horse Ck in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2025.

How much traffic does US385 over Horse Ck carry?

About 2,378 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US385 over Horse Ck?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.7 m).

Who owns US385 over Horse Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.