45670 273 ST over Elce Ck
PoorPosted for loadTurner County, South Dakota · 2N & 3.7E Parker · Structure no. 000000063167050
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Masonry
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
45670 273 ST over Elce Ck is a masonry culvert carrying 45670 273 ST over Elce Ck in Turner County, South Dakota. It was built in 1945, so it is 80 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 30 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 30 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 45670 273 ST over Elce Ck built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025.
What condition is 45670 273 ST over Elce Ck in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does 45670 273 ST over Elce Ck carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is 45670 273 ST over Elce Ck?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns 45670 273 ST over Elce Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.