US Bridges

US083 over Okobojo Ck

Good

Sully County, South Dakota · 3.4 S of Agar · Structure no. 000000060310074

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
92 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,490
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US083 over Okobojo Ck is a concrete culvert carrying US083 over Okobojo Ck in Sully County, South Dakota. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 1,490 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,602 by 2044. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 64 mi (103 km).

CarriesUS083
CrossesOkobojo Ck
Location3.4 S of Agar
RouteU.S. Route 83
Coordinates44.78893, -100.08091
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
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating108.9 US tons
Inventory rating65.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length92 ft (28 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,490 (2024)
Projected traffic2,602 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed64 mi (103 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 US083 over Okobojo Ck built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US083 over Okobojo 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US083 over Okobojo Ck carry?

About 1,490 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US083 over Okobojo Ck?

The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns US083 over Okobojo Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.