IRR BIA Route 008 over Unnamed Creek
PoorPrince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska · S of Klawock Lake 4.3 MI · Structure no. 0000E09108T0520
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 55 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Tribal
- Indian Tribal Government
About this bridge
IRR BIA Route 008 over Unnamed Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA Route 008 over Unnamed Creek in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5 by 2042. The structure is 55 ft (16.9 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA Route 008 over Unnamed Creek built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA Route 008 over Unnamed Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does IRR BIA Route 008 over Unnamed Creek carry?
About 1 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is IRR BIA Route 008 over Unnamed Creek?
The structure is 55 ft (16.9 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.6 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA Route 008 over Unnamed Creek?
It is owned by the Indian Tribal Government.