US281 over Ck
FairAurora County, South Dakota · 4.9 N I90 Interchange · Structure no. 000000002180116
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,284
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US281 over Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US281 over Ck in Aurora County, South Dakota. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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.
It carries about 1,284 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,907 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 41 mi (66 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US281 over Ck built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is US281 over Ck 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US281 over Ck carry?
About 1,284 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US281 over Ck?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US281 over Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.