US Bridges

287 ST over Dawson Ck

Fair

Hutchinson County, South Dakota · 0.1N & 2E of Tripp · Structure no. 000000034091190

Built
1937
88 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
45
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

287 ST over Dawson Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 287 ST over Dawson Ck in Hutchinson County, South Dakota. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 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 45 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 56 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Carries287 ST
CrossesDawson Ck
Location0.1N & 2E of Tripp
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates43.22663, -97.93309
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.7 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45 (2022)
Projected traffic56 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 287 ST over Dawson Ck built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.

What condition is 287 ST over Dawson 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does 287 ST over Dawson Ck carry?

About 45 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is 287 ST over Dawson Ck?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns 287 ST over Dawson Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.