US Bridges

SR 188 over Gold Creek

Good

Gila County, Arizona · 4.7 MI South of JCT SR 87 · Structure no. 02538

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
247 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,908
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 188 over Gold Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 188 over Gold Creek in Gila County, Arizona. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 1,908 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,918 by 2042. The structure is 247 ft (75.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.1 mi (116 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 188
CrossesGold Creek
Location4.7 MI South of JCT SR 87
RouteState Highway 188
CountyGila County
StateArizona
Coordinates33.9933, -111.3152
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length247 ft (75.3 m)
Longest span119 ft (36.3 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,908 (2022)
Projected traffic1,918 by 2042
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed72.1 mi (116 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 SR 188 over Gold Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 188 over Gold Creek 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SR 188 over Gold Creek carry?

About 1,908 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is SR 188 over Gold Creek?

The structure is 247 ft (75.3 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns SR 188 over Gold Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.