IRR BIA RTE 9 over Black River
PoorPosted for loadGila County, Arizona · 11.9 MI S. of Az HWY 73 · Structure no. 00000000000H055
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Truss - Deck
- Steel
- Length
- 276 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 9 over Black River is a steel truss - deck carrying IRR BIA RTE 9 over Black River in Gila County, Arizona. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 95 years old, older than the Arizona average of 47.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15 by 2044. The structure is 276 ft (84.2 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 93.2 mi (150 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 9 over Black River built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 9 over Black River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 9 over Black River carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is IRR BIA RTE 9 over Black River?
The structure is 276 ft (84.2 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 9 over Black River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.