273 Street over Cottonwood Ck
GoodPosted for loadTripp County, South Dakota · 3.1E Witten · Structure no. 000000062111230
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
273 Street over Cottonwood Ck is a concrete culvert carrying 273 Street over Cottonwood Ck in Tripp County, South Dakota. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 34 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 34 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 273 Street over Cottonwood Ck built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is 273 Street over Cottonwood 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does 273 Street over Cottonwood Ck carry?
About 34 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is 273 Street over Cottonwood Ck?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns 273 Street over Cottonwood Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.