Eighth Street over Rapid Ck
FairPennington County, South Dakota · 0.1N 8th ST & Omaha - Rc · Structure no. 000000052412298
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 96 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Eighth Street over Rapid Ck is a concrete continuous slab carrying Eighth Street over Rapid Ck in Pennington County, South Dakota. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 6 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 5,800 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,800 by 2032. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Eighth Street over Rapid Ck built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Eighth Street over Rapid Ck 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Eighth Street over Rapid Ck carry?
About 5,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Eighth Street over Rapid Ck?
The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns Eighth Street over Rapid Ck?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.