US Bridges

Richardson HWY NB over Eielson Access Uc

Good

Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska · Mile Point 343.3 · Structure no. 2133

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,500
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Richardson HWY NB over Eielson Access Uc is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Richardson HWY NB over Eielson Access Uc in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,995 by 2039. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRichardson HWY NB
CrossesEielson Access Uc
LocationMile Point 343.3
RouteInterstate 0A24
StateAlaska
Coordinates64.69858, -147.13781
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99.4 US tons
Inventory rating45.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span117 ft (35.8 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,500 (2020)
Projected traffic2,995 by 2039
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Richardson HWY NB over Eielson Access Uc built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Richardson HWY NB over Eielson Access Uc 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 HWY NB over Eielson Access Uc carry?

About 2,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Richardson HWY NB over Eielson Access Uc?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Richardson HWY NB over Eielson Access Uc?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.