44140 303rd Street over James River
FairPosted for loadYankton County, South Dakota · 6.4E & 1N of Utica · Structure no. 000000068134120
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 454 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 244
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
44140 303rd Street over James River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 44140 303rd Street over James River in Yankton County, South Dakota. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 244 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 244 by 2032. The structure is 454 ft (138.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 44140 303rd Street over James River built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is 44140 303rd Street over James River 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does 44140 303rd Street over James River carry?
About 244 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is 44140 303rd Street over James River?
The structure is 454 ft (138.4 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns 44140 303rd Street over James River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.