US Bridges

IRR SR 264 over Oraibi Wash

Good

Navajo County, Arizona · 10.5 MI W JCT SR 87 · Structure no. 01832

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
364 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,133
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IRR SR 264 over Oraibi Wash is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR SR 264 over Oraibi Wash in Navajo County, Arizona. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 2,133 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,143 by 2042. The structure is 364 ft (110.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesIRR SR 264
CrossesOraibi Wash
Location10.5 MI W JCT SR 87
RouteState Highway 264
StateArizona
Coordinates35.87356, -110.60241
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating85 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length364 ft (110.9 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,133 (2022)
Projected traffic2,143 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$2,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IRR SR 264 over Oraibi Wash built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is IRR SR 264 over Oraibi Wash 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does IRR SR 264 over Oraibi Wash carry?

About 2,133 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is IRR SR 264 over Oraibi Wash?

The structure is 364 ft (110.9 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns IRR SR 264 over Oraibi Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.