IRR BIA 44 over N Fork of White River
FairNavajo County, Arizona · 0.2 KM East of HWY 73 · Structure no. 00000000000H062
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 244 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA 44 over N Fork of White River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA 44 over N Fork of White River in Navajo County, Arizona. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older 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 5 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 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,510 by 2044. The structure is 244 ft (74.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA 44 over N Fork of White River built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA 44 over N Fork of White River 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does IRR BIA 44 over N Fork of White River carry?
About 3,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA 44 over N Fork of White River?
The structure is 244 ft (74.3 m) long with a longest span of 148 ft (45.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA 44 over N Fork of White River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.