US Bridges

SD044 over Ck

Good

Turner County, South Dakota · 2.4 E Hutchinson CO Line · Structure no. 000000063024070

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,790
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SD044 over Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD044 over Ck in Turner County, South Dakota. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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.

It carries about 1,790 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,843 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesSD044
CrossesCk
Location2.4 E Hutchinson CO Line
RouteState Highway 44
Coordinates43.40087, -97.35273
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating102.5 US tons
Inventory rating61.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,790 (2024)
Projected traffic2,843 by 2044
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$12,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SD044 over Ck built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 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 2022.

How much traffic does SD044 over Ck carry?

About 1,790 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SD044 over Ck?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SD044 over Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.