US Bridges

IRR BIA RTE 6023 over Unnamed Tidal Slough

GoodPosted for load

Bethel Census Area, Alaska · 0.2KM East of Barge Lndg · Structure no. 0000E02255T0630

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
230 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
200
2019 count
Owner
Tribal
Indian Tribal Government

About this bridge

IRR BIA RTE 6023 over Unnamed Tidal Slough is a steel truss - thru carrying IRR BIA RTE 6023 over Unnamed Tidal Slough in Bethel Census Area, Alaska. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 200 vehicles a day, projected to reach 300 by 2039. The structure is 230 ft (70.2 m) long and 10 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesIRR BIA RTE 6023
CrossesUnnamed Tidal Slough
Location0.2KM East of Barge Lndg
RouteFederal Lands Road 6023
StateAlaska
Coordinates59.93583, -164.04553
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating5 US tons
Inventory rating5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1 (+8 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length230 ft (70.2 m)
Longest span84 ft (25.7 m)
Deck width10 ft (3 m)
Roadway width10 ft (3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic200 (2019)
Projected traffic300 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionHighway traffic not carried
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerIndian Tribal Government
Maintained byIndian Tribal Government
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 IRR BIA RTE 6023 over Unnamed Tidal Slough built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is IRR BIA RTE 6023 over Unnamed Tidal Slough 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 6023 over Unnamed Tidal Slough carry?

About 200 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is IRR BIA RTE 6023 over Unnamed Tidal Slough?

The structure is 230 ft (70.2 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.7 m) and a deck 10 ft wide.

Who owns IRR BIA RTE 6023 over Unnamed Tidal Slough?

It is owned by the Indian Tribal Government.