Fairpoint Rd. over Ck
PoorMeade County, South Dakota · 34.5E&17.7N Sturgis · Structure no. 000000047375253
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 65
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Fairpoint Rd. over Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Fairpoint Rd. over Ck in Meade County, South Dakota. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 65 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 65 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fairpoint Rd. over Ck built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fairpoint Rd. over Ck in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Fairpoint Rd. over Ck carry?
About 65 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Fairpoint Rd. over Ck?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Fairpoint Rd. over Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.