US Bridges

Schrock RD Spur over Little Susitna River

Fair

Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska · Mile Point 6.8 · Structure no. 1030

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
220 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
875
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Schrock RD Spur over Little Susitna River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Schrock RD Spur over Little Susitna River in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger than the Alaska average of 35.9 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 875 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,100 by 2035. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesSchrock RD Spur
CrossesLittle Susitna River
LocationMile Point 6.8
RouteState Highway NSP00
StateAlaska
Coordinates61.64231, -149.52677
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.6 US tons
Inventory rating41.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length220 ft (67.1 m)
Longest span108 ft (32.9 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic875 (2018)
Projected traffic1,100 by 2035
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Schrock RD Spur over Little Susitna River built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Schrock RD Spur over Little Susitna River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does Schrock RD Spur over Little Susitna River carry?

About 875 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Schrock RD Spur over Little Susitna River?

The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 108 ft (32.9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Schrock RD Spur over Little Susitna River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.