US Bridges

SR 260 over Wildlife Crossing

Good

Gila County, Arizona · 25.2 MI E JCT SR 87 · Structure no. 01450

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
127 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,273
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 260 over Wildlife Crossing is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 260 over Wildlife Crossing in Gila County, Arizona. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 10,273 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,283 by 2042. The structure is 127 ft (38.7 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesSR 260
CrossesWildlife Crossing
Location25.2 MI E JCT SR 87
RouteState Highway 260
StateArizona
Coordinates34.29411, -110.97431
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length127 ft (38.7 m)
Longest span119 ft (36.3 m)
Deck width96 ft (29.2 m)
Roadway width93 ft (28.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,273 (2022)
Projected traffic10,283 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 260 over Wildlife Crossing built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 260 over Wildlife Crossing 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 SR 260 over Wildlife Crossing carry?

About 10,273 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 260 over Wildlife Crossing?

The structure is 127 ft (38.7 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.3 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.

Who owns SR 260 over Wildlife Crossing?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.