US Bridges

US012 over Ck

Poor

Edmunds County, South Dakota · 4.2 E of Ipswich · Structure no. 000000023371100

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,666
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US012 over Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US012 over Ck in Edmunds County, South Dakota. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 2,666 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,524 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS012
CrossesCk
Location4.2 E of Ipswich
RouteU.S. Route 12
Coordinates45.44766, -98.94249
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating74.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
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 traffic2,666 (2024)
Projected traffic3,524 by 2044
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US012 over Ck built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is US012 over Ck in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does US012 over Ck carry?

About 2,666 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US012 over Ck?

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

Who owns US012 over Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.