US Bridges

US083 over Rieger Ck

Good

Walworth County, South Dakota · 2.9 S JCT US 12 · Structure no. 000000065210129

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
885
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US083 over Rieger Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US083 over Rieger Ck in Walworth County, South Dakota. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 885 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,397 by 2044. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

CarriesUS083
CrossesRieger Ck
Location2.9 S JCT US 12
RouteU.S. Route 83
Coordinates45.41091, -100.03814
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.8 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic885 (2024)
Projected traffic1,397 by 2044
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US083 over Rieger Ck built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US083 over Rieger Ck 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 October 2021.

How much traffic does US083 over Rieger Ck carry?

About 885 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is US083 over Rieger Ck?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns US083 over Rieger Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.