US 70 over San Carlos River
GoodGila County, Arizona · 0.3 MI E JCT SR 170 · Structure no. 02910
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 884 ft
- 11 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,550
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 70 over San Carlos River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 70 over San Carlos River in Gila County, Arizona. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 8,550 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,560 by 2042. The structure is 884 ft (269.4 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 70 over San Carlos River built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 70 over San Carlos River 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 70 over San Carlos River carry?
About 8,550 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 70 over San Carlos River?
The structure is 884 ft (269.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns US 70 over San Carlos River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.