SD044 over Ck
FairPennington County, South Dakota · 10 SE of Scenic · Structure no. 000000052833552
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 40 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 489
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD044 over Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD044 over Ck in Pennington County, South Dakota. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 489 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 771 by 2044. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 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 1983, making it 42 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 December 2021.
How much traffic does SD044 over Ck carry?
About 489 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SD044 over Ck?
The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns SD044 over Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.