ST Patrick ST over Rapid Ck
FairPennington County, South Dakota · 2.0 N & 0.7 E JCT US16B · Structure no. 000000052435310
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 113 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,140
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
ST Patrick ST over Rapid Ck is a concrete continuous slab carrying ST Patrick ST over Rapid Ck in Pennington County, South Dakota. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 18,140 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,562 by 2032. The structure is 113 ft (34.3 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was ST Patrick ST over Rapid Ck built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is ST Patrick ST 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 2023.
How much traffic does ST Patrick ST over Rapid Ck carry?
About 18,140 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is ST Patrick ST over Rapid Ck?
The structure is 113 ft (34.3 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.6 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns ST Patrick ST over Rapid Ck?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.