IRR BIA RTE 1 over Tent Creek
FairPrince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska · 10.5 KM SE of Metlakatla · Structure no. 00000000000P651
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 67 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 1 over Tent Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE 1 over Tent Creek in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, 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 35 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 41 by 2040. The structure is 67 ft (20.5 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 1 over Tent Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 1 over Tent Creek 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 September 2021.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 1 over Tent Creek carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 1 over Tent Creek?
The structure is 67 ft (20.5 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.8 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 1 over Tent Creek?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.