US Bridges

IRR BIA RTE N13 over Red Rock Wash

Good

Apache County, Arizona · 0.5 MI E of Red Rock T.P. · Structure no. 00000000000N203

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
102 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,675
2022 count
Owner
Federal
Bureau of Indian Affairs

About this bridge

IRR BIA RTE N13 over Red Rock Wash is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE N13 over Red Rock Wash in Apache County, Arizona. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Arizona average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,675 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,712 by 2040. The structure is 102 ft (31 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 99.4 mi (160 km).

CarriesIRR BIA RTE N13
CrossesRed Rock Wash
Location0.5 MI E of Red Rock T.P.
RouteFederal Lands Road 0N13
StateArizona
Coordinates36.60581, -109.05839
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length102 ft (31 m)
Longest span97 ft (29.5 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,675 (2022)
Projected traffic2,712 by 2040
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed99.4 mi (160 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerBureau of Indian Affairs
Maintained byBureau of Indian Affairs
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IRR BIA RTE N13 over Red Rock Wash built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is IRR BIA RTE N13 over Red Rock Wash in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE N13 over Red Rock Wash carry?

About 1,675 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is IRR BIA RTE N13 over Red Rock Wash?

The structure is 102 ft (31 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.5 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns IRR BIA RTE N13 over Red Rock Wash?

It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.