US Bridges

30320 482nd Ave over Ck

PoorPosted for load

Union County, South Dakota · 3E & 2.2S Alcester · Structure no. 000000064120062

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2024
Type
Channel Beam
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
45
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

30320 482nd Ave over Ck is a concrete channel beam carrying 30320 482nd Ave over Ck in Union County, South Dakota. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 2 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 45 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 45 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Carries30320 482nd Ave
CrossesCk
Location3E & 2.2S Alcester
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates42.99391, -96.56879
Functional classRural Local

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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating6 US tons
Inventory rating6 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 width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45 (2022)
Projected traffic45 by 2032
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
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 30320 482nd Ave over Ck built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is 30320 482nd 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 30320 482nd Ave over Ck carry?

About 45 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is 30320 482nd 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 26 ft wide.

Who owns 30320 482nd Ave over Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.