US Bridges

I029 S over SD029 L

Fair

Union County, South Dakota · W Elk Point Interchange · Structure no. 000000064055269

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
188 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,235
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I029 S over SD029 L is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I029 S over SD029 L in Union County, South Dakota. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 7,235 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,909 by 2044. The structure is 188 ft (57.4 m) long and 49 ft wide.

CarriesI029 S
CrossesSD029 L
LocationW Elk Point Interchange
RouteInterstate 29
Coordinates42.69239, -96.69743
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating70.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length188 ft (57.4 m)
Longest span87 ft (26.5 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.8 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,235 (2024)
Projected traffic11,909 by 2044
Trucks39%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I029 S over SD029 L built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is I029 S over SD029 L 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 I029 S over SD029 L carry?

About 7,235 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.

How long is I029 S over SD029 L?

The structure is 188 ft (57.4 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns I029 S over SD029 L?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.