US Bridges

IRR SD073 over Ck

Fair

Jackson County, South Dakota · 7.7 S of Kadoka · Structure no. 000000036301184

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
998
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IRR SD073 over Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying IRR SD073 over Ck in Jackson County, South Dakota. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 998 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,439 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.8 mi (130 km).

CarriesIRR SD073
CrossesCk
Location7.7 S of Kadoka
RouteState Highway 73
Coordinates43.73075, -101.54068
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length20 ft (6.2 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 traffic998 (2024)
Projected traffic1,439 by 2044
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed80.8 mi (130 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$14,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IRR SD073 over Ck built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is IRR SD073 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 IRR SD073 over Ck carry?

About 998 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is IRR SD073 over Ck?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IRR SD073 over Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.