SD248 over Br Big Buffalo Ck
FairJackson County, South Dakota · 2.1 E of Cactus Flats · Structure no. 000000036148111
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 86
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD248 over Br Big Buffalo Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD248 over Br Big Buffalo Ck in Jackson County, South Dakota. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 6 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 86 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 124 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SD248 over Br Big Buffalo Ck built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is SD248 over Br Big Buffalo 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does SD248 over Br Big Buffalo Ck carry?
About 86 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SD248 over Br Big Buffalo Ck?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SD248 over Br Big Buffalo Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.