US Bridges

Elliott Highway over Tatalina River

Good

Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska · Mile Point 42.6 · Structure no. 1400

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
270
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Elliott Highway over Tatalina River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Elliott Highway over Tatalina River in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 270 vehicles a day, roughly 44% of them trucks, projected to reach 320 by 2039. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesElliott Highway
CrossesTatalina River
LocationMile Point 42.6
RouteState Highway 65
StateAlaska
Coordinates65.32822, -148.31255
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating91.6 US tons
Inventory rating54.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span118 ft (35.9 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic270 (2020)
Projected traffic320 by 2039
Trucks44%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Elliott Highway over Tatalina River built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Elliott Highway over Tatalina 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Elliott Highway over Tatalina River carry?

About 270 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 44% are trucks.

How long is Elliott Highway over Tatalina River?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (35.9 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns Elliott Highway over Tatalina River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.