N Prince of Wales over Sarkar River
GoodPrince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska · Mile Point 28.0 · Structure no. 1721
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Steel
- Length
- 162 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 340
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N Prince of Wales over Sarkar River is a steel box beam or girders - multiple carrying N Prince of Wales over Sarkar River in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, older 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 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N Prince of Wales over Sarkar River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is N Prince of Wales over Sarkar River 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 Sarkar River carry?
About 340 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is N Prince of Wales over Sarkar River?
The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns N Prince of Wales over Sarkar River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.