US Bridges

30999 477th Ave over Ck

PoorPosted for load

Union County, South Dakota · 9S & 2W Alcester · Structure no. 000000064070130

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2024
Type
Channel Beam
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
300
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

30999 477th Ave over Ck is a concrete channel beam carrying 30999 477th Ave over Ck in Union County, South Dakota. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 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: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 300 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 29 ft wide.

Carries30999 477th Ave
CrossesCk
Location9S & 2W Alcester
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates42.89487, -96.66575
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Substructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating18 US tons
Inventory rating13.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeChannel Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic300 (2022)
Projected traffic300 by 2032
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$25,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 30999 477th Ave over Ck built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is 30999 477th Ave over 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does 30999 477th Ave over Ck carry?

About 300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is 30999 477th Ave over Ck?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns 30999 477th Ave over Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.