Richardson Highway over Lower Suzy Q Creek
GoodSoutheast Fairbanks Census Area, Alaska · Mile Point 227.3 · Structure no. 0589
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 280
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Richardson Highway over Lower Suzy Q Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Richardson Highway over Lower Suzy Q Creek in Southeast Fairbanks 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 280 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 330 by 2039. The structure is 36 ft (11 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Richardson Highway over Lower Suzy Q Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Richardson Highway over Lower Suzy Q 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 Richardson Highway over Lower Suzy Q Creek carry?
About 280 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is Richardson Highway over Lower Suzy Q Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Richardson Highway over Lower Suzy Q Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.