US Bridges

2051000-0.28 over Perm

Fair

Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska · Shaheen · Structure no. 100540000001034

Built
1987
38 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
100 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10
2006 count
Owner
Federal
U.S. Forest Service

About this bridge

2051000-0.28 over Perm is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 2051000-0.28 over Perm in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska. It was built in 1987 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 38 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 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2013. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 km).

Location

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Carries2051000-0.28
CrossesPerm
LocationShaheen
RouteFederal Lands Road 20510
CountyPrince of Wales-Hyder Census Area
StateAlaska
Coordinates55.7425, -133.23992
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating21.1 US tons
Inventory rating16.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadOther
Structure length100 ft (30.5 m)
Longest span96 ft (29.3 m)
Deck width16 ft (5 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2006)
Projected traffic10 by 2013
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.2 mi (158 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerU.S. Forest Service
Maintained byU.S. Forest Service
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$240,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 2051000-0.28 over Perm built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is 2051000-0.28 over Perm 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does 2051000-0.28 over Perm carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is 2051000-0.28 over Perm?

The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns 2051000-0.28 over Perm?

It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.