IRR BIA RTE 22 over Small Point Creek
FairPrince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska · 1.8 KM N.W. of Totem Way · Structure no. 0000E09229T0150
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 15
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Tribal
- Indian Tribal Government
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 22 over Small Point Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE 22 over Small Point Creek in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, older 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 15 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 30 by 2041. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 20 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 22 over Small Point Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 22 over Small Point 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 2024.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 22 over Small Point Creek carry?
About 15 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 22 over Small Point Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 22 over Small Point Creek?
It is owned by the Indian Tribal Government.