IRR BIA RTE 26 over Unnamed Stream
FairPrince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska · 8.2KM from Totem Way · Structure no. 0000E09229T0240
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Steel
- Length
- 69 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 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 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 5 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10 by 2041. The structure is 69 ft (20.9 m) long and 17 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 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 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 26 over Unnamed Stream carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 26 over Unnamed Stream?
The structure is 69 ft (20.9 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 26 over Unnamed Stream?
It is owned by the Indian Tribal Government.