US Bridges

SD037 over Emanuel Ck

Good

Hutchinson County, South Dakota · 2.7 S JCT US 18 · Structure no. 000000034070205

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,604
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SD037 over Emanuel Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD037 over Emanuel Ck in Hutchinson County, South Dakota. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 1,604 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,356 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesSD037
CrossesEmanuel Ck
Location2.7 S JCT US 18
RouteState Highway 37
Coordinates43.20547, -97.97191
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating70.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,604 (2024)
Projected traffic2,356 by 2044
Trucks26%
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 Emanuel Ck built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is SD037 over Emanuel 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SD037 over Emanuel Ck carry?

About 1,604 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is SD037 over Emanuel Ck?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns SD037 over Emanuel Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.