US Bridges

105 ST over Bois De Sioux R

Poor

Roberts County, South Dakota · 7 Miles E. of Rosholt Sd · Structure no. 000000055313050

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
51 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
200
2020 count
Owner
Federal
Corps of Engineers (Civil)

About this bridge

105 ST over Bois De Sioux R is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 105 ST over Bois De Sioux R in Roberts County, South Dakota. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 250 by 2042. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Carries105 ST
CrossesBois De Sioux R
Location7 Miles E. of Rosholt Sd
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates45.86158, -96.573
Functional classRural Major Collector

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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating64.6 US tons
Inventory rating49.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.1 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.4 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic200 (2020)
Projected traffic250 by 2042
Trucks40%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCorps of Engineers (Civil)
Maintained byCorps of Engineers (Civil)
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$1 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 105 ST over Bois De Sioux R built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is 105 ST over Bois De Sioux R 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does 105 ST over Bois De Sioux R carry?

About 200 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.

How long is 105 ST over Bois De Sioux R?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns 105 ST over Bois De Sioux R?

It is owned by the Corps of Engineers (Civil).