FSR 249 over East Fork Black River
GoodApache County, Arizona · 5.3 MI W/O FSR 81 Int · Structure no. 030101000035581
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 52 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 399
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
FSR 249 over East Fork Black River is a concrete continuous slab carrying FSR 249 over East Fork Black River in Apache County, Arizona. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 399 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 598 by 2045. The structure is 52 ft (16 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FSR 249 over East Fork Black River built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is FSR 249 over East Fork Black River 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does FSR 249 over East Fork Black River carry?
About 399 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FSR 249 over East Fork Black River?
The structure is 52 ft (16 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns FSR 249 over East Fork Black River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.