Vandenberg Ave over Alaska Railroad
GoodAnchorage Municipality, Alaska · 0.1 Miles South of Inters · Structure no. AFAKFXSB85313
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 77 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Air Force
About this bridge
Vandenberg Ave over Alaska Railroad is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Vandenberg Ave over Alaska Railroad in Anchorage Municipality, Alaska. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 10,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,000 by 2041. The structure is 77 ft (23.6 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Vandenberg Ave over Alaska Railroad built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Vandenberg Ave over Alaska Railroad 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Vandenberg Ave over Alaska Railroad carry?
About 10,000 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Vandenberg Ave over Alaska Railroad?
The structure is 77 ft (23.6 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.6 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.
Who owns Vandenberg Ave over Alaska Railroad?
It is owned by the Air Force.