Sterling Highway over Cooper Creek

Fair Condition71 years old3,150 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlaska
CountyKenai Peninsula
LocationMile Point 13.7
CarriesSterling Highway
CrossesCooper Creek
Coordinates60.48417, -149.88083

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length67.6 ft (20.6 m)
Max Span64.0 ft (19.5 m)
Deck Width26.9 ft (8.2 m)
Deck Area168.9 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1955

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,150 (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 Number0674

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