US Bridges

SD019 over Ck

Good

Turner County, South Dakota · 1.8 S JCT Sd 44 East · Structure no. 000000063160108

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,272
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SD019 over Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD019 over Ck in Turner County, South Dakota. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 1,272 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,128 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 km).

CarriesSD019
CrossesCk
Location1.8 S JCT Sd 44 East
RouteState Highway 19
Coordinates43.34727, -97.08229
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 rating94.7 US tons
Inventory rating56.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,272 (2024)
Projected traffic2,128 by 2044
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed32.9 mi (53 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$12,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SD019 over Ck built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is SD019 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 SD019 over Ck carry?

About 1,272 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is SD019 over Ck?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns SD019 over Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.