US Bridges

SD044 over Br Choteau Ck

Good

Douglas County, South Dakota · 5.2 E JCT US 281 S · Structure no. 000000022231080

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,785
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SD044 over Br Choteau Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD044 over Br Choteau Ck in Douglas County, South Dakota. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 1,785 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,467 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSD044
CrossesBr Choteau Ck
Location5.2 E JCT US 281 S
RouteState Highway 44
Coordinates43.38435, -98.24897
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 inspectionSeptember 2021
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length20 ft (6.2 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 traffic1,785 (2024)
Projected traffic2,467 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 SD044 over Br Choteau Ck built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is SD044 over Br Choteau 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 September 2021.

How much traffic does SD044 over Br Choteau Ck carry?

About 1,785 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is SD044 over Br Choteau Ck?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SD044 over Br Choteau Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.