US Bridges

Harding Cut-Off over Katy Ck

Fair

Harding County, South Dakota · 12.9 W 0.3 N Redig · Structure no. 000000032122467

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
45 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
36
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Harding Cut-Off over Katy Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Harding Cut-Off over Katy Ck in Harding County, South Dakota. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 36 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 36 by 2032. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

CarriesHarding Cut-Off
CrossesKaty Ck
Location12.9 W 0.3 N Redig
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates45.2772, -103.81163
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 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 traffic36 (2022)
Projected traffic36 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed44.7 mi (72 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Harding Cut-Off over Katy Ck built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Harding Cut-Off over Katy 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Harding Cut-Off over Katy Ck carry?

About 36 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Harding Cut-Off over Katy Ck?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Harding Cut-Off over Katy Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.