US Bridges

41470 272 Str. over Ck

FairPosted for load

Hutchinson County, South Dakota · 3.7 E 3 N Parkston · Structure no. 000000034107040

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
69
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

41470 272 Str. over Ck is a steel culvert carrying 41470 272 Str. over Ck in Hutchinson County, South Dakota. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 69 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 69 by 2032. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Carries41470 272 Str.
CrossesCk
Location3.7 E 3 N Parkston
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates43.44209, -97.90481
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating24.7 US tons
Inventory rating13.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic69 (2022)
Projected traffic69 by 2032
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 41470 272 Str. over Ck built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is 41470 272 Str. over 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 41470 272 Str. over Ck carry?

About 69 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is 41470 272 Str. over Ck?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns 41470 272 Str. over Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.