Glenn HWY Spur over Little Nelchina River
FairCounty 066, Alaska · MP 137.6 Ak State Div Pks · Structure no. 0549
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 183 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 765
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Glenn HWY Spur over Little Nelchina River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Glenn HWY Spur over Little Nelchina River in County 066, Alaska. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 765 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 918 by 2035. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Glenn HWY Spur over Little Nelchina River built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is Glenn HWY Spur over Little Nelchina River 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 2023.
How much traffic does Glenn HWY Spur over Little Nelchina River carry?
About 765 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Glenn HWY Spur over Little Nelchina River?
The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Glenn HWY Spur over Little Nelchina River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.