SD079 over Dry Ck
FairCuster County, South Dakota · 8 S JCT Sd 36 W · Structure no. 000000017420106
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,836
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD079 over Dry Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD079 over Dry Ck in Custer County, South Dakota. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 1,836 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,231 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 SD079 over Dry Ck built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is SD079 over Dry 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SD079 over Dry Ck carry?
About 1,836 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is SD079 over Dry Ck?
The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SD079 over Dry Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.