US Bridges

US014 over Frozenman Ck

Good

Stanley County, South Dakota · 0.3 E of Hayes · Structure no. 000000059078280

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
153 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,406
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US014 over Frozenman Ck is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US014 over Frozenman Ck in Stanley County, South Dakota. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 1,406 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,033 by 2044. The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 73.9 mi (119 km).

CarriesUS014
CrossesFrozenman Ck
Location0.3 E of Hayes
RouteU.S. Route 14
Coordinates44.37174, -101.01812
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating59.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length153 ft (46.6 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,406 (2024)
Projected traffic2,033 by 2044
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed73.9 mi (119 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US014 over Frozenman Ck built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is US014 over Frozenman Ck 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 2021.

How much traffic does US014 over Frozenman Ck carry?

About 1,406 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US014 over Frozenman Ck?

The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US014 over Frozenman Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.