Richardson Highway over Lowe River Upper Cross
GoodCounty 063, Alaska · Mile Point 20.3 · Structure no. 0558
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 485 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 810
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Richardson Highway over Lowe River Upper Cross is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Richardson Highway over Lowe River Upper Cross in County 063, Alaska. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 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 810 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,740 by 2039. The structure is 485 ft (147.7 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Richardson Highway over Lowe River Upper Cross built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Richardson Highway over Lowe River Upper Cross 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 Richardson Highway over Lowe River Upper Cross carry?
About 810 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is Richardson Highway over Lowe River Upper Cross?
The structure is 485 ft (147.7 m) long with a longest span of 121 ft (36.9 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Richardson Highway over Lowe River Upper Cross?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.