SDDOT to Host Public Meeting for Highway 12 Bridge Replacement in Big Stone City

Northeast Radio SD News – Big Stone City, SD - The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) is inviting the public to provide feedback on a proposed bridge replacement project on U.S. Highway 12 in Big Stone City.

The project involves replacing the existing structure that carries Highway 12 over the Whetstone Diversion Channel. To keep the community informed and gather local input, the SDDOT will hold a public meeting open house on Monday, April 20, 2026.

Meeting Details

The open house will take place at the Big Stone Community Center, located at 400 Washington St., from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. (CT). A formal presentation is scheduled for shortly after 5:30 p.m. Following the presentation, the event will transition into an informal open house format. This will allow residents, business owners, and commuters to view project displays and engage in one-on-one discussions with SDDOT design staff.

Project Scope and Feedback

Representatives will be available to answer questions regarding the construction plan and discuss the details of right-of-way acquisition. Community members are encouraged to attend to share their concerns or suggestions regarding the project’s impact on local travel.

For those unable to attend in person, the SDDOT has made project details available online at https://dot.sd.gov/projects-studies/projects/public-meetings/#08M3.

Key Deadlines:

·        Public Meeting: April 20, 2026

·        Written Comment Deadline: Friday, May 1, 2026

Written comments may be submitted during the meeting or via the project website.

Accessibility and Contact Information

The meeting is being held in a physically accessible location. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), individuals who require special assistance or accommodations should contact the SDDOT ADA Coordinator at 605-773-3540 at least two business days prior to the meeting.

For more information about the Highway 12 structure replacement, contact David Burwitz, Consultant Management Engineer, at 605-202-5960 or via email at David.Burwitz@state.sd.us.

For real-time updates on road conditions and construction zones across South Dakota, motorists can visit https://sd511.org or dial 511.