US Bridges

241 ST over James Rv

PoorPosted for load

Sanborn County, South Dakota · 7.4E Letcher · Structure no. 000000056174210

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
130 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

241 ST over James Rv is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 241 ST over James Rv in Sanborn 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 16 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 16 by 2032. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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Carries241 ST
CrossesJames Rv
Location7.4E Letcher
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountySanborn County
StateSouth Dakota
Coordinates43.89428, -97.98207
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating27 US tons
Inventory rating15.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16 (2022)
Projected traffic16 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$10,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 241 ST over James Rv built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is 241 ST over James Rv 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does 241 ST over James Rv carry?

About 16 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is 241 ST over James Rv?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns 241 ST over James Rv?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.