US Bridges

Birchwood Loop RD over Birchwood Lp RD Ped

Good

Anchorage Municipality, Alaska · Mile Point 1.1 · Structure no. 4085

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,710
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Birchwood Loop RD over Birchwood Lp RD Ped is a steel culvert carrying Birchwood Loop RD over Birchwood Lp RD Ped in Anchorage Municipality, Alaska. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, older than the Alaska average of 35.9 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,710 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,490 by 2039. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesBirchwood Loop RD
CrossesBirchwood Lp RD Ped
LocationMile Point 1.1
RouteState Highway 0
StateAlaska
Coordinates61.37133, -149.53902
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,710 (2020)
Projected traffic2,490 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Birchwood Loop RD over Birchwood Lp RD Ped built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Birchwood Loop RD over Birchwood Lp RD Ped in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does Birchwood Loop RD over Birchwood Lp RD Ped carry?

About 1,710 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Birchwood Loop RD over Birchwood Lp RD Ped?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Birchwood Loop RD over Birchwood Lp RD Ped?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.