US Bridges

IRR US 89 over Water Holes Canyon

Good

Coconino County, Arizona · 17.9 MI N JCT US 89A · Structure no. 00508

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
139 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,689
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IRR US 89 over Water Holes Canyon is a concrete frame carrying IRR US 89 over Water Holes Canyon in Coconino County, Arizona. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 4,689 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,699 by 2042. The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesIRR US 89
CrossesWater Holes Canyon
Location17.9 MI N JCT US 89A
RouteU.S. Route 89
StateArizona
Coordinates36.83666, -111.50847
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length139 ft (42.4 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,689 (2022)
Projected traffic4,699 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IRR US 89 over Water Holes Canyon built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is IRR US 89 over Water Holes Canyon 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does IRR US 89 over Water Holes Canyon carry?

About 4,689 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is IRR US 89 over Water Holes Canyon?

The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns IRR US 89 over Water Holes Canyon?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.