456th Ave over Elce Ck
PoorClosed to trafficTurner County, South Dakota · 3.7N & 3E Parker · Structure no. 000000063160033
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2009
- Type
- Culvert
- Masonry
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
456th Ave over Elce Ck is a masonry culvert carrying 456th Ave over Elce Ck in Turner County, South Dakota. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 1 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: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 35 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 35 by 2032. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 1 Imminent Failure | Major deterioration or section loss present in critical structural components. Bridge is closed to traffic but corrective action may put it back in light service. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 456th Ave over Elce Ck built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is 456th Ave over Elce Ck 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 October 2009.
How much traffic does 456th Ave over Elce Ck carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is 456th Ave over Elce Ck?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns 456th Ave over Elce Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.