US Bridges

Tok Cutoff over Ahtell Creek

Good

County 066, Alaska · Mile Point 59.8 · Structure no. 0652

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
110 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
220
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Tok Cutoff over Ahtell Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Tok Cutoff over Ahtell Creek in County 066, Alaska. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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.

It carries about 220 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 290 by 2039. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesTok Cutoff
CrossesAhtell Creek
LocationMile Point 59.8
RouteInterstate 0A12
StateAlaska
Coordinates62.71778, -143.96417
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.1 US tons
Inventory rating51.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length110 ft (33.5 m)
Longest span109 ft (33.1 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic220 (2020)
Projected traffic290 by 2039
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
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 Tok Cutoff over Ahtell Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Tok Cutoff over Ahtell Creek 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 2023.

How much traffic does Tok Cutoff over Ahtell Creek carry?

About 220 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is Tok Cutoff over Ahtell Creek?

The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 109 ft (33.1 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns Tok Cutoff over Ahtell Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.