IRR BIA RTE 46 over East Fork White River
FairNavajo County, Arizona · 7.6 KM E of Fort Apache · Structure no. 00000000000H067
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 85 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 46 over East Fork White River is a concrete continuous frame carrying IRR BIA RTE 46 over East Fork White River in Navajo County, Arizona. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 63 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 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 468 by 2044. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 46 over East Fork White River built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 46 over East Fork 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 RTE 46 over East Fork White River carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 46 over East Fork White River?
The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.7 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 46 over East Fork White River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.