N Prince of Wales over Naukati Creek
GoodPrince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska · Mile Point 17.5 · Structure no. 2280
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 113 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 340
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N Prince of Wales over Naukati Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying N Prince of Wales over Naukati Creek in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 30 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Naukati Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is N Prince of Wales over Naukati 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 Naukati Creek carry?
About 340 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is N Prince of Wales over Naukati Creek?
The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 111 ft (33.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns N Prince of Wales over Naukati Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.