Sterling Highway over Kenai River (cooper Lnd)

Fair Condition61 years old2,830 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlaska
CountyKenai Peninsula
LocationMile Point 11.0
CarriesSterling Highway
CrossesKenai River (cooper Lnd)
Coordinates60.49222, -149.81000

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length401.9 ft (122.5 m)
Max Span79.1 ft (24.1 m)
Deck Width35.1 ft (10.7 m)
Deck Area1310.8 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1965

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,830 (2020)
Truck Traffic18%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number0675

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