Sterling Highway over Kenai River (schooners)

Fair Condition72 years old2,900 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlaska
CountyKenai Peninsula
LocationMile Point 16.1
CarriesSterling Highway
CrossesKenai River (schooners)
Coordinates60.48389, -149.95056

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length281.8 ft (85.9 m)
Max Span68.9 ft (21 m)
Deck Width34.1 ft (10.4 m)
Deck Area893.4 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1954 (reconstructed 1964)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,900 (2020)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number0673

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