A bridge over the James River on state Highway 46 will be dedicated to a fallen South Dakota veteran next month.
Staff Sgt. Daniel Cuka died serving in Iraq on convoy operations in 2005.
The dedication is part of a state program that dedicates bridges to soldiers who died in action or are classified as missing in action.
“Naming our South Dakota bridges in honor of our fallen gives us an opportunity of remembrance, reflection and respect — for honoring the men and women who gave their lives in service to this nation," said Greg Whitlock, the secretary of the Department for Veterans Affairs.
The ceremony will be at 1 p.m. Central time Aug. 6 at the Yankton High School Theater.
