US Bridges

I029 over Ck

FairPosted for load

Brookings County, South Dakota · 0.9 S Sd 30 Interch · Structure no. 000000006185089

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,960
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I029 over Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I029 over Ck in Brookings County, South Dakota. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 55 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 9,960 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,182 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesI029
CrossesCk
Location0.9 S Sd 30 Interch
RouteInterstate 29
Coordinates44.4142, -96.75673
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.3 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,960 (2023)
Projected traffic12,182 by 2043
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 I029 over Ck built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is I029 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 2023.

How much traffic does I029 over Ck carry?

About 9,960 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is I029 over Ck?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns I029 over Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.