IRR BIA RTE 6 over Little Gilson Wash
FairGila County, Arizona · Cutter RD and Apache Ave · Structure no. 0000H58616B0825
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old, rebuilt 2017
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 41 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 6 over Little Gilson Wash is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying IRR BIA RTE 6 over Little Gilson Wash in Gila County, Arizona. It was built in 1990 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 35 years old, younger than the Arizona average of 47.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,500 by 2038. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 6 over Little Gilson Wash built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 6 over Little Gilson Wash in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 6 over Little Gilson Wash carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 6 over Little Gilson Wash?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.9 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 6 over Little Gilson Wash?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.