North Tongass HWY over Whipple Creek

Fair Condition58 years old3,440 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlaska
CountyKetchikan Gateway
LocationMile Point 9.4
CarriesNorth Tongass HWY
CrossesWhipple Creek
Coordinates55.44010, -131.79900

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length153.9 ft (46.9 m)
Max Span75.1 ft (22.9 m)
Deck Width33.8 ft (10.3 m)
Deck Area483.1 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1968

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,440 (2020)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1153

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