South Dakota Announces $17.8M in Bridge Improvement Grants

The state's Transportation Commission awarded 21 grants to cities and counties across the state.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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The South Dakota Transportation Commission has awarded 21 Bridge Improvement Grants totaling $17.8 million to improve bridges across the state. The commission selected the recipients from 71 applications, with the city of Sioux Falls receiving four of the grants.

Why it matters

Maintaining and upgrading the state's aging bridge infrastructure is crucial for public safety and economic development. These grants will help local governments fund critical bridge repair and replacement projects.

The details

The Bridge Improvement Grants were awarded to 3 cities and 10 counties in South Dakota after the Transportation Commission's February meeting. The grants will fund a variety of bridge projects, from repairs to complete replacements, to improve safety and extend the lifespan of the state's bridges.

  • The Transportation Commission awarded the 21 Bridge Improvement Grants in February 2026.

The players

South Dakota Transportation Commission

The state agency responsible for overseeing transportation infrastructure and awarding grants for bridge improvement projects.

South Dakota Department of Transportation

The state agency that received 71 applications for the Bridge Improvement Grants and assisted the Transportation Commission in selecting the 21 recipients.

City of Sioux Falls

The largest city in South Dakota, which received 4 of the 21 Bridge Improvement Grants awarded by the Transportation Commission.

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The takeaway

These bridge improvement grants demonstrate South Dakota's commitment to maintaining and upgrading its critical transportation infrastructure, which is essential for public safety and economic growth across the state.