N Prince of Wales over Yatuk Creek
GoodPrince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska · Mile Point 21.5 · Structure no. 1719
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 107 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 340
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N Prince of Wales over Yatuk Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying N Prince of Wales over Yatuk Creek in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger than the Alaska average of 35.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 340 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,190 by 2039. The structure is 107 ft (32.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N Prince of Wales over Yatuk Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is N Prince of Wales over Yatuk Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does N Prince of Wales over Yatuk Creek carry?
About 340 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is N Prince of Wales over Yatuk Creek?
The structure is 107 ft (32.7 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns N Prince of Wales over Yatuk Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.