SD045 over Ck
FairCharles Mix County, South Dakota · 1.6 S Brule CO Line · Structure no. 000000012230017
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 963
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD045 over Ck is a steel culvert carrying SD045 over Ck in Charles Mix County, South Dakota. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 963 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,383 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 67.1 mi (108 km).
Location
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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 SD045 over Ck built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does SD045 over Ck carry?
About 963 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is SD045 over Ck?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.6 m).
Who owns SD045 over Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.