SD045 over Ck
FairBuffalo County, South Dakota · 2.8 S JCT Sd 34 · Structure no. 000000009290108
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 755
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD045 over Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD045 over Ck in Buffalo 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 755 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,158 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SD045 over Ck built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is SD045 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 2022.
How much traffic does SD045 over Ck carry?
About 755 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is SD045 over Ck?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SD045 over Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.