US Bridges

IRR BIA RTE 1045 over Unnamed Stream

PoorClosed to traffic

Bethel Census Area, Alaska · 0.2KM NW of Barge Landing · Structure no. 0000E02276T0750

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2021
Type
Truss - Thru
Wood or Timber
Length
146 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
—
2019 count
Owner
Tribal
Indian Tribal Government

About this bridge

IRR BIA RTE 1045 over Unnamed Stream is a wood or timber truss - thru carrying IRR BIA RTE 1045 over Unnamed Stream in Bethel Census Area, 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

No traffic count is recorded. The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long and 6 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesIRR BIA RTE 1045
CrossesUnnamed Stream
Location0.2KM NW of Barge Landing
RouteFederal Lands Road 1045
StateAlaska
Coordinates59.87185, -163.14684
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2021
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Operating rating0 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1 (+8 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length146 ft (44.5 m)
Longest span56 ft (17 m)
Deck width6 ft (1.8 m)
Roadway width5 ft (1.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic—
Projected traffic—
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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 1045 over Unnamed Stream built?

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

What condition is IRR BIA RTE 1045 over Unnamed Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2021.

How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 1045 over Unnamed Stream carry?

No traffic count is recorded for this structure.

How long is IRR BIA RTE 1045 over Unnamed Stream?

The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17 m) and a deck 6 ft wide.

Who owns IRR BIA RTE 1045 over Unnamed Stream?

It is owned by the Indian Tribal Government.