SD271 over Hiddenwood Ck
FairWalworth County, South Dakota · 4.2 N of Java · Structure no. 000000065290030
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 124
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SD271 over Hiddenwood Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SD271 over Hiddenwood Ck in Walworth County, South Dakota. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 124 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 196 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 SD271 over Hiddenwood Ck built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is SD271 over Hiddenwood 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SD271 over Hiddenwood Ck carry?
About 124 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is SD271 over Hiddenwood Ck?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns SD271 over Hiddenwood Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.