IRR BIA RTE 26 over Unnamed Stream
PoorPrince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska · 9.1KM from Totem Way · Structure no. 0000E09229T0220
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Steel
- Length
- 68 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Tribal
- Indian Tribal Government
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 26 over Unnamed Stream is a steel box beam or girders - multiple carrying IRR BIA RTE 26 over Unnamed Stream 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 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 20 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 40 by 2041. The structure is 68 ft (20.8 m) long and 17 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 26 over Unnamed Stream built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 26 over Unnamed Stream 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 26 over Unnamed Stream carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 26 over Unnamed Stream?
The structure is 68 ft (20.8 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (17.9 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 26 over Unnamed Stream?
It is owned by the Indian Tribal Government.