US Bridges

Ifa Ferry Route over Petersburg S Mitkof Term

GoodClosed to traffic

Petersburg Census Area, Alaska · Petersburg · Structure no. 0192

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Steel
Length
1,042 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,659
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ifa Ferry Route over Petersburg S Mitkof Term is a steel box beam or girders - multiple carrying Ifa Ferry Route over Petersburg S Mitkof Term in Petersburg Census Area, 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. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 2,659 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2035. The structure is 1,042 ft (317.6 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesIfa Ferry Route
CrossesPetersburg S Mitkof Term
LocationPetersburg
RouteState Highway 0
StateAlaska
Coordinates56.53316, -132.71219
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.5 US tons
Inventory rating33.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans1 (+15 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,042 ft (317.6 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width16 ft (4.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,659 (2018)
Projected traffic3,000 by 2035
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Ifa Ferry Route over Petersburg S Mitkof Term built?

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

What condition is Ifa Ferry Route over Petersburg S Mitkof Term 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Ifa Ferry Route over Petersburg S Mitkof Term carry?

About 2,659 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Ifa Ferry Route over Petersburg S Mitkof Term?

The structure is 1,042 ft (317.6 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Ifa Ferry Route over Petersburg S Mitkof Term?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.