459 Avenue over Ck
FairCodington County, South Dakota · 4.0E 5.5N Watertown · Structure no. 000000015230125
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
459 Avenue over Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 459 Avenue over Ck in Codington County, South Dakota. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 16 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 16 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 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 459 Avenue over Ck built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is 459 Avenue 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does 459 Avenue over Ck carry?
About 16 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is 459 Avenue over Ck?
The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns 459 Avenue over Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.