FSR 42 E over South Fork of Cave Creek
GoodCochise County, Arizona · 4.1 MI Sw/O Portal Fire & · Structure no. 030501000003024
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 60 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
FSR 42 E over South Fork of Cave Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FSR 42 E over South Fork of Cave Creek in Cochise County, Arizona. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 199 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 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 42 E over South Fork of Cave Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is FSR 42 E over South Fork of Cave Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does FSR 42 E over South Fork of Cave Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FSR 42 E over South Fork of Cave Creek?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.3 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.
Who owns FSR 42 E over South Fork of Cave Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.