US Bridges

SD044 over Ck

Good

Pennington County, South Dakota · 12.5 SE of Scenic · Structure no. 000000052861552

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 489 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 771 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSD044
CrossesCk
Location12.5 SE of Scenic
RouteState Highway 44
Coordinates43.71551, -102.33574
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating81.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic489 (2024)
Projected traffic771 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

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 good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.

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 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SD044 over Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.