Sterling Highway over Quartz Creek

Fair Condition61 years old2,900 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlaska
CountyKenai Peninsula
LocationMile Point 4.0
CarriesSterling Highway
CrossesQuartz Creek
Coordinates60.52444, -149.65056

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length162.7 ft (49.6 m)
Max Span60.0 ft (18.3 m)
Deck Width39.0 ft (11.9 m)
Deck Area590.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1965

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,900 (2020)
Truck Traffic11%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number0676

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