Richardson Highway over Channel B Richardson HWY
GoodFairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska · Mile Point 360.7 · Structure no. 4078
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 50 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,900
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Richardson Highway over Channel B Richardson HWY is a steel culvert carrying Richardson Highway over Channel B Richardson HWY in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 16,900 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,600 by 2039. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Richardson Highway over Channel B Richardson HWY built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Richardson Highway over Channel B Richardson HWY 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 Channel B Richardson HWY carry?
About 16,900 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Richardson Highway over Channel B Richardson HWY?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Richardson Highway over Channel B Richardson HWY?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.