SD045 over Spring Ck
FairMcPherson County, South Dakota · 3.6 S North Dakota Line · Structure no. 000000045170035
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 188
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD045 over Spring Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD045 over Spring Ck in McPherson County, South Dakota. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 92 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 188 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 260 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 67.7 mi (109 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 SD045 over Spring Ck built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is SD045 over Spring 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 SD045 over Spring Ck carry?
About 188 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is SD045 over Spring Ck?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SD045 over Spring Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.