US Bridges

Arctic Blvd over Campbell Creek Arctic

Fair

Anchorage Municipality, Alaska · Mile Point 4.6 · Structure no. 0970

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
79 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,470
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Arctic Blvd over Campbell Creek Arctic is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Arctic Blvd over Campbell Creek Arctic in Anchorage Municipality, Alaska. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, older than the Alaska average of 35.9 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 6,470 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,610 by 2039. The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesArctic Blvd
CrossesCampbell Creek Arctic
LocationMile Point 4.6
RouteState Highway NSPCY
StateAlaska
Coordinates61.14583, -149.89222
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating94.2 US tons
Inventory rating32.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length79 ft (24.1 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,470 (2020)
Projected traffic7,610 by 2039
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Arctic Blvd over Campbell Creek Arctic built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is Arctic Blvd over Campbell Creek Arctic 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Arctic Blvd over Campbell Creek Arctic carry?

About 6,470 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Arctic Blvd over Campbell Creek Arctic?

The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns Arctic Blvd over Campbell Creek Arctic?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.