SD044 over White Thunder Ck
FairMellette County, South Dakota · 2 W of Wood · Structure no. 000000048371255
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 323
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD044 over White Thunder Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD044 over White Thunder Ck in Mellette County, South Dakota. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 323 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 405 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 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 White Thunder Ck built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is SD044 over White Thunder 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does SD044 over White Thunder Ck carry?
About 323 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SD044 over White Thunder Ck?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SD044 over White Thunder Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.