SD048 Ef over Ck
FairUnion County, South Dakota · 0.3 W I29 & SD48 Interch · Structure no. 000000064003160
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD048 Ef over Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD048 Ef over Ck in Union 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2043. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SD048 Ef over Ck built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is SD048 Ef over 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 SD048 Ef over Ck carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is SD048 Ef over Ck?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SD048 Ef over Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.