US281 over Snake Ck
FairSpink County, South Dakota · 5.8 N JCT US 212 · Structure no. 000000058100197
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 186 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,141
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US281 over Snake Ck is a concrete continuous slab carrying US281 over Snake Ck in Spink County, South Dakota. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 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 2,141 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,914 by 2044. The structure is 186 ft (56.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.1 mi (63 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 | 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 US281 over Snake Ck built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US281 over Snake 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 US281 over Snake Ck carry?
About 2,141 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US281 over Snake Ck?
The structure is 186 ft (56.8 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.5 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US281 over Snake Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.