Old Glenn Palmer over Knik River

Fair Condition51 years old1,380 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlaska
CountyMatanuska-Susitna
LocationMile Point 8.7
CarriesOld Glenn Palmer
CrossesKnik River
Coordinates61.50392, -149.03304

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical7 — Countermeasures installed

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length505.6 ft (154.1 m)
Max Span190.0 ft (57.9 m)
Deck Width28.9 ft (8.8 m)
Deck Area1356.1 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1975

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,380 (2020)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number0539

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