Richardson Highway over Tiekel River Upper Xing
GoodCounty 066, Alaska · Mile Point 55.0 · Structure no. 1222
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 321 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 440
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Richardson Highway over Tiekel River Upper Xing is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Richardson Highway over Tiekel River Upper Xing in County 066, Alaska. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 440 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 670 by 2039. The structure is 321 ft (97.8 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Richardson Highway over Tiekel River Upper Xing built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Richardson Highway over Tiekel River Upper Xing 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 Tiekel River Upper Xing carry?
About 440 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is Richardson Highway over Tiekel River Upper Xing?
The structure is 321 ft (97.8 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.6 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Richardson Highway over Tiekel River Upper Xing?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.