Sheridan Lake Road over Rapid Ck
GoodPennington County, South Dakota · .4N Sheridan Lk &SD44 -Rc · Structure no. 000000052395305
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 113 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sheridan Lake Road over Rapid Ck is a concrete continuous slab carrying Sheridan Lake Road over Rapid Ck in Pennington County, South Dakota. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 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 4,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,800 by 2032. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sheridan Lake Road over Rapid Ck built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sheridan Lake Road over Rapid 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Sheridan Lake Road over Rapid Ck carry?
About 4,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Sheridan Lake Road over Rapid Ck?
The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns Sheridan Lake Road over Rapid Ck?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.