Richardson Highway over Tiekel River Lower Xing
FairCounty 066, Alaska · Mile Point 51.2 · Structure no. 1221
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 124 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 440
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Richardson Highway over Tiekel River Lower Xing is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Richardson Highway over Tiekel River Lower Xing in County 066, Alaska. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 440 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 670 by 2039. The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Tiekel River Lower Xing built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Richardson Highway over Tiekel River Lower Xing 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Richardson Highway over Tiekel River Lower Xing carry?
About 440 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is Richardson Highway over Tiekel River Lower Xing?
The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Richardson Highway over Tiekel River Lower Xing?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.