Richardson Highway over Chena Flood Chanl - S.B.
GoodPosted for loadFairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska · Mile Point 346.8 · Structure no. 1866
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 982 ft
- 14 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,990
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Richardson Highway over Chena Flood Chanl - S.B. is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Richardson Highway over Chena Flood Chanl - S.B. in Fairbanks North Star Borough, 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 3,990 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,985 by 2039. The structure is 982 ft (299.3 m) long and 36 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Richardson Highway over Chena Flood Chanl - S.B. built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Richardson Highway over Chena Flood Chanl - S.B. 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 2024.
How much traffic does Richardson Highway over Chena Flood Chanl - S.B. carry?
About 3,990 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Richardson Highway over Chena Flood Chanl - S.B.?
The structure is 982 ft (299.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Richardson Highway over Chena Flood Chanl - S.B.?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.