SD045 over Lost Ck
FairHand County, South Dakota · 6.1 S JCT Sd 26 E · Structure no. 000000030160150
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 909
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD045 over Lost Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD045 over Lost Ck in Hand County, South Dakota. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 5 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 909 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,210 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SD045 over Lost Ck built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is SD045 over Lost 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does SD045 over Lost Ck carry?
About 909 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is SD045 over Lost Ck?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).
Who owns SD045 over Lost Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.