SD048 over Ck
FairUnion County, South Dakota · 4.5 E I 29 Interch · Structure no. 000000064050160
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 758
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD048 over Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD048 over Ck in Union County, South Dakota. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 758 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,167 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SD048 over Ck built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is SD048 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 over Ck carry?
About 758 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is SD048 over Ck?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns SD048 over Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.