US Bridges

43100 278 Str. over Ck

Good

Hutchinson County, South Dakota · 7 W Freeman · Structure no. 000000034270100

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
432
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

43100 278 Str. over Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 43100 278 Str. over Ck in Hutchinson County, South Dakota. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 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 432 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 432 by 2032. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Carries43100 278 Str.
CrossesCk
Location7 W Freeman
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates43.35696, -97.58017
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.9 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic432 (2022)
Projected traffic432 by 2032
Trucks3%
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

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$17,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 43100 278 Str. over Ck built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is 43100 278 Str. over 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does 43100 278 Str. over Ck carry?

About 432 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is 43100 278 Str. over Ck?

The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns 43100 278 Str. over Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.