IRR SD034 over East Fork Soldier Ck
FairBuffalo County, South Dakota · 7.3 S Hyde CO Line · Structure no. 000000009065074
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 918
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IRR SD034 over East Fork Soldier Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying IRR SD034 over East Fork Soldier Ck in Buffalo County, South Dakota. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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.
It carries about 918 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,425 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR SD034 over East Fork Soldier Ck built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR SD034 over East Fork Soldier 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does IRR SD034 over East Fork Soldier Ck carry?
About 918 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is IRR SD034 over East Fork Soldier Ck?
The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns IRR SD034 over East Fork Soldier Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.