Richardson Highway over Willow Creek
GoodCounty 066, Alaska · Mile Point 95.7 · Structure no. 4014
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Richardson Highway over Willow Creek is a steel culvert carrying Richardson Highway over Willow Creek in County 066, Alaska. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 470 by 2039. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Richardson Highway over Willow Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Richardson Highway over Willow 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Richardson Highway over Willow Creek carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is Richardson Highway over Willow Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (5 m).
Who owns Richardson Highway over Willow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.