SD044 over Elce Ck
FairTurner County, South Dakota · 2.1 E JCT Sd 19 · Structure no. 000000063181090
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,004
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD044 over Elce Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD044 over Elce Ck in Turner County, South Dakota. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,004 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,680 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SD044 over Elce Ck built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is SD044 over Elce Ck in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does SD044 over Elce Ck carry?
About 1,004 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is SD044 over Elce Ck?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SD044 over Elce Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.