Irr:ridgecrest DR over Browns Slough
FairBethel Census Area, Alaska · Mile Point 0.0 · Structure no. 4131
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 24 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,380
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Irr:ridgecrest DR over Browns Slough is a steel culvert carrying Irr:ridgecrest DR over Browns Slough in Bethel Census Area, Alaska. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 2,380 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,010 by 2039. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Irr:ridgecrest DR over Browns Slough built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Irr:ridgecrest DR over Browns Slough 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Irr:ridgecrest DR over Browns Slough carry?
About 2,380 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Irr:ridgecrest DR over Browns Slough?
The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns Irr:ridgecrest DR over Browns Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.