US Bridges

US016 B (se Conn) over Rcp&e RR

Good

Pennington County, South Dakota · 0.2 S I 90 Interch · Structure no. 000000052450290

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
66 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,488
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US016 B (se Conn) over Rcp&e RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US016 B (se Conn) over Rcp&e RR in Pennington County, South Dakota. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger 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 14,488 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,238 by 2043. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 91 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS016 B (se Conn)
CrossesRcp&e RR
Location0.2 S I 90 Interch
RouteU.S. Route 16
Coordinates44.09749, -103.15123
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.5 US tons
Inventory rating54.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width91 ft (27.6 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,488 (2023)
Projected traffic25,238 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US016 B (se Conn) over Rcp&e RR built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US016 B (se Conn) over Rcp&e RR 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US016 B (se Conn) over Rcp&e RR carry?

About 14,488 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US016 B (se Conn) over Rcp&e RR?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.

Who owns US016 B (se Conn) over Rcp&e RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.