US Bridges

SD045 over Ck

Good

Charles Mix County, South Dakota · 4.2 N of Platte · Structure no. 000000012230039

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,062
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SD045 over Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD045 over Ck in Charles Mix County, South Dakota. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 1,062 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,532 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 67.1 mi (108 km).

CarriesSD045
CrossesCk
Location4.2 N of Platte
RouteState Highway 45
Coordinates43.44426, -98.84421
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,062 (2024)
Projected traffic1,532 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed67.1 mi (108 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SD045 over Ck built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is SD045 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 SD045 over Ck carry?

About 1,062 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SD045 over Ck?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SD045 over Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.