Parks Highway over Seward Meridian U.C.
GoodMatanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska · Mile Point 4.2 · Structure no. 1989
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 193 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 32,100
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Parks Highway over Seward Meridian U.C. is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Parks Highway over Seward Meridian U.C. in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 32,100 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,300 by 2039. The structure is 193 ft (58.9 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Parks Highway over Seward Meridian U.C. built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is Parks Highway over Seward Meridian U.C. 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Parks Highway over Seward Meridian U.C. carry?
About 32,100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Parks Highway over Seward Meridian U.C.?
The structure is 193 ft (58.9 m) long with a longest span of 188 ft (57.2 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns Parks Highway over Seward Meridian U.C.?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.