US Bridges

US 60 over Queen Creek

Good

Pinal County, Arizona · 10.1 MI E JCT SR 79 · Structure no. 02847

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
279 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,650
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 60 over Queen Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 60 over Queen Creek in Pinal County, Arizona. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 5,650 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,660 by 2042. The structure is 279 ft (85 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 60
CrossesQueen Creek
Location10.1 MI E JCT SR 79
RouteU.S. Route 60
CountyPinal County
StateArizona
Coordinates33.27875, -111.17274
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating66 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length279 ft (85 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,650 (2022)
Projected traffic5,660 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 60 over Queen Creek built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 60 over Queen Creek 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 60 over Queen Creek carry?

About 5,650 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 60 over Queen Creek?

The structure is 279 ft (85 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US 60 over Queen Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.