US Bridges

3013000-1.06 over Mod

Poor

Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska · Control Lake · Structure no. 100540000001095

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5
2018 count
Owner
Federal
U.S. Forest Service

About this bridge

3013000-1.06 over Mod is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 3013000-1.06 over Mod in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5 by 2013. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 km).

Carries3013000-1.06
CrossesMod
LocationControl Lake
RouteFederal Lands Road 30130
StateAlaska
Coordinates55.67056, -132.69377
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating28.2 US tons
Inventory rating21.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadOther
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.8 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.5 m)
Roadway width16 ft (4.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5 (2018)
Projected traffic5 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$120,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 3013000-1.06 over Mod built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is 3013000-1.06 over Mod 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does 3013000-1.06 over Mod carry?

About 5 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is 3013000-1.06 over Mod?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.8 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns 3013000-1.06 over Mod?

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