272 ST over Dog Ear Ck
GoodTripp County, South Dakota · 9.7E & 1.0N Witten · Structure no. 000000062177220
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 24 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
272 ST over Dog Ear Ck is a steel culvert carrying 272 ST over Dog Ear Ck in Tripp County, South Dakota. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 15 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 15 by 2032. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 272 ST over Dog Ear Ck built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is 272 ST over Dog Ear 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does 272 ST over Dog Ear Ck carry?
About 15 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is 272 ST over Dog Ear Ck?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns 272 ST over Dog Ear Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.