SD045 over Drainage Channel
GoodCharles Mix County, South Dakota · 0.3 N JCT Sd 44 · Structure no. 000000012230077
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,934
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD045 over Drainage Channel is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD045 over Drainage Channel in Charles Mix County, South Dakota. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 3,934 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,677 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SD045 over Drainage Channel built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is SD045 over Drainage Channel 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 Drainage Channel carry?
About 3,934 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SD045 over Drainage Channel?
The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns SD045 over Drainage Channel?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.