156th Street over James River
GoodSpink County, South Dakota · 2.0 S 3.4 E Mellett · Structure no. 000000058144080
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 140 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
156th Street over James River is a concrete continuous slab carrying 156th Street over James River 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 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 31 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 31 by 2032. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 156th Street over James River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is 156th Street over James River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does 156th Street over James River carry?
About 31 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is 156th Street over James River?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns 156th Street over James River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.