US Bridges

250 ST over Ck

Good

Aurora County, South Dakota · 5.6E 3N Plankinton · Structure no. 000000002216120

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
60
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

250 ST over Ck is a steel culvert carrying 250 ST over Ck in Aurora County, South Dakota. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 years old, younger than the South Dakota average of 48.9 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 60 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 60 by 2032. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Carries250 ST
CrossesCk
Location5.6E 3N Plankinton
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates43.76084, -98.37409
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating78.3 US tons
Inventory rating56 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length38 ft (11.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60 (2022)
Projected traffic60 by 2032
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 250 ST over Ck built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is 250 ST over Ck in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does 250 ST over Ck carry?

About 60 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is 250 ST over Ck?

The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns 250 ST over Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.