US Bridges

SD1804 over Spring Ck

Good

Hughes County, South Dakota · 1.1 S Sully CO Line · Structure no. 000000033059013

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,481
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SD1804 over Spring Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD1804 over Spring Ck in Hughes County, South Dakota. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 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 1,481 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,303 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSD1804
CrossesSpring Ck
Location1.1 S Sully CO Line
RouteState Highway 1804
Coordinates44.52933, -100.45271
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating89.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,481 (2024)
Projected traffic2,303 by 2044
Trucks12%
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 SD1804 over Spring Ck built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is SD1804 over Spring 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SD1804 over Spring Ck carry?

About 1,481 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SD1804 over Spring Ck?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SD1804 over Spring Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.