IRR BIA RTE 3 over Gila River
FairPinal County, Arizona · 3.2 KM N of Santa Cruz · Structure no. 00000000000H141
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 350 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 3 over Gila River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE 3 over Gila River in Pinal County, Arizona. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 125 by 2043. The structure is 350 ft (106.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 3 over Gila River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 3 over Gila 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 3 over Gila River carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 3 over Gila River?
The structure is 350 ft (106.8 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 3 over Gila River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.