US Bridges

SD037 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Hutchinson County, South Dakota · 2.7 S JCT Sd 44 · Structure no. 000000034060107

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,259
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SD037 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD037 over Drainage Ditch in Hutchinson County, South Dakota. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 2,259 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,587 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesSD037
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location2.7 S JCT Sd 44
RouteState Highway 37
Coordinates43.34524, -97.99422
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionOctober 2022
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 rating78.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.3 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 traffic2,259 (2024)
Projected traffic3,587 by 2044
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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 SD037 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is SD037 over Drainage Ditch 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 October 2022.

How much traffic does SD037 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 2,259 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is SD037 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SD037 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.