US Bridges

Glenn Highway over Knik River Access U.C.

Good

Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska · Mile Point 29.7 · Structure no. 4032

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
60 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
26,600
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Glenn Highway over Knik River Access U.C. is a steel culvert carrying Glenn Highway over Knik River Access U.C. 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 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 26,600 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,800 by 2039. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesGlenn Highway
CrossesKnik River Access U.C.
LocationMile Point 29.7
RouteInterstate 0A16
StateAlaska
Coordinates61.4893, -149.2451
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
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.5 US tons
Inventory rating52.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,600 (2020)
Projected traffic30,800 by 2039
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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 Glenn Highway over Knik River Access U.C. built?

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

What condition is Glenn Highway over Knik River Access 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Glenn Highway over Knik River Access U.C. carry?

About 26,600 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Glenn Highway over Knik River Access U.C.?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m).

Who owns Glenn Highway over Knik River Access U.C.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.