State HWY 47 over Big Bend Dam Powerhouse

Fair Condition62 years old454 vehicles/day

Location

StateSouth Dakota
CountyLyman
Location2 Mi. So. Of Ft. Thompson
CarriesState HWY 47
CrossesBig Bend Dam Powerhouse
Coordinates44.03864, -99.44659

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length794.6 ft (242.2 m)
Max Span109.9 ft (33.5 m)
Deck Width35.1 ft (10.7 m)
Deck Area2591.5 sq m
Main Spans9
Year Built1964

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic454 (2023)
Truck Traffic32%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection923
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCorps of Engineers
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberCEPMROSD0000007

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