SD047 over South Medicine Ck
FairHyde County, South Dakota · 2.8 S JCT US 14 · Structure no. 000000035110279
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 543
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD047 over South Medicine Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD047 over South Medicine Ck in Hyde County, South Dakota. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 543 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 843 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SD047 over South Medicine Ck built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is SD047 over South Medicine 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does SD047 over South Medicine Ck carry?
About 543 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is SD047 over South Medicine Ck?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SD047 over South Medicine Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.