SD044 over Ck
FairLincoln County, South Dakota · 0.4 E JCT Sd 17 · Structure no. 000000042024120
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,288
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD044 over Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD044 over Ck in Lincoln County, South Dakota. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 2,288 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,874 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SD044 over Ck built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is SD044 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 SD044 over Ck carry?
About 2,288 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SD044 over Ck?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SD044 over Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.