Empire Pl. over Elk Ck

Poor Condition61 years old15 vehicles/day

Location

StateSouth Dakota
CountyMeade
Location11e&12.5s Sturgis
CarriesEmpire Pl.
CrossesElk Ck
Coordinates44.23554, -103.29223

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalUnknown

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length95.1 ft (29 m)
Max Span18.0 ft (5.5 m)
Deck Width15.7 ft (4.8 m)
Deck Area139.2 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1965

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic15 (2022)
Truck Traffic2%
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000047140555

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