US Bridges

48250 Virginia RD over Ck

Fair

Union County, South Dakota · 3.5E & 0.5N Alcester · Structure no. 000000064125035

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
45 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
55
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

48250 Virginia RD over Ck is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 48250 Virginia RD over Ck in Union County, South Dakota. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 5 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 55 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 55 by 2032. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Carries48250 Virginia RD
CrossesCk
Location3.5E & 0.5N Alcester
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates43.03297, -96.55888
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.9 US tons
Inventory rating26.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.8 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.5 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55 (2022)
Projected traffic55 by 2032
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 48250 Virginia RD over Ck built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is 48250 Virginia RD over Ck 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does 48250 Virginia RD over Ck carry?

About 55 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is 48250 Virginia RD over Ck?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.8 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns 48250 Virginia RD over Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.