US Bridges

SD034 over Ck

Good

Lawrence County, South Dakota · 3.7 SE Butte CO Line · Structure no. 000000041150030

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,690
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SD034 over Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD034 over Ck in Lawrence County, South Dakota. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 3,690 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,347 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesSD034
CrossesCk
Location3.7 SE Butte CO Line
RouteState Highway 34
Coordinates44.56003, -103.74957
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.6 US tons
Inventory rating45.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.3 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 traffic3,690 (2024)
Projected traffic5,347 by 2044
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$12,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SD034 over Ck built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is SD034 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SD034 over Ck carry?

About 3,690 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is SD034 over Ck?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SD034 over Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.