Dangerous River RD over Old Situk River
FairYakutat City and Borough, Alaska · Mile Point 10.9 · Structure no. 4074
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 59 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Dangerous River RD over Old Situk River is a steel culvert carrying Dangerous River RD over Old Situk River in Yakutat City and Borough, Alaska. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, older than the Alaska average of 35.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 40 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2039. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Dangerous River RD over Old Situk River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Dangerous River RD over Old Situk River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Dangerous River RD over Old Situk River carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is Dangerous River RD over Old Situk River?
The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns Dangerous River RD over Old Situk River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.