US Bridges

272 ST over Ck

Fair

Hutchinson County, South Dakota · 7.5E of Clayton · Structure no. 000000034307040

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

272 ST over Ck is a steel culvert carrying 272 ST over Ck in Hutchinson County, South Dakota. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 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 25 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 28 by 2035. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Carries272 ST
CrossesCk
Location7.5E of Clayton
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates43.44391, -97.50879
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.5 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 traffic25 (2022)
Projected traffic28 by 2035
Trucks8%
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 272 ST over Ck built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is 272 ST 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 272 ST over Ck carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is 272 ST over Ck?

The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns 272 ST over Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.