US Bridges

IRR US a 89 over South Fork Badger

Good

Coconino County, Arizona · 19.4 MI North JCT US 89 · Structure no. 06897

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
85 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,101
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IRR US a 89 over South Fork Badger is a concrete continuous culvert carrying IRR US a 89 over South Fork Badger in Coconino County, Arizona. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 1,101 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,111 by 2042. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesIRR US a 89
CrossesSouth Fork Badger
Location19.4 MI North JCT US 89
RouteU.S. Route 89
StateArizona
Coordinates36.7688, -111.7027
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length85 ft (25.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,101 (2022)
Projected traffic1,111 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 SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
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 US a 89 over South Fork Badger built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is IRR US a 89 over South Fork Badger 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 a 89 over South Fork Badger carry?

About 1,101 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is IRR US a 89 over South Fork Badger?

The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns IRR US a 89 over South Fork Badger?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.