US Bridges

I029 N over SD029 L

Good

Union County, South Dakota · W Elk Point Interchange · Structure no. 000000064056269

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
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 N over SD029 L is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I029 N over SD029 L in Union County, South Dakota. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 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 43 ft wide.

CarriesI029 N
CrossesSD029 L
LocationW Elk Point Interchange
RouteInterstate 29
Coordinates42.69222, -96.69708
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating68.9 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 width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,235 (2024)
Projected traffic11,909 by 2044
Trucks39%
Lanes on structure2
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 N over SD029 L built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is I029 N over SD029 L 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does I029 N over SD029 L carry?

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

How long is I029 N 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 43 ft wide.

Who owns I029 N over SD029 L?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.