US Bridges

31940 269 ST over Ck

Good

Douglas County, South Dakota · 4.0N 2.4E of Corsica · Structure no. 000000022174010

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
77
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

31940 269 ST over Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 31940 269 ST over Ck in Douglas County, South Dakota. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 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 77 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 77 by 2032. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Carries31940 269 ST
CrossesCk
Location4.0N 2.4E of Corsica
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates43.48513, -98.36267
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic77 (2022)
Projected traffic77 by 2032
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$25,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 31940 269 ST over Ck built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is 31940 269 ST 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does 31940 269 ST over Ck carry?

About 77 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is 31940 269 ST over Ck?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns 31940 269 ST over Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.