US Bridges

US 180 over Davis Creek

Good

Apache County, Arizona · 11.2 MI S JCT US 60 · Structure no. 06793

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
38 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,585
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 180 over Davis Creek is a steel culvert carrying US 180 over Davis Creek in Apache County, Arizona. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 1,585 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,595 by 2041. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS 180
CrossesDavis Creek
Location11.2 MI S JCT US 60
RouteU.S. Route 180
StateArizona
Coordinates34.02503, -109.1836
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,585 (2021)
Projected traffic1,595 by 2041
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 180 over Davis Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 180 over Davis 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 November 2022.

How much traffic does US 180 over Davis Creek carry?

About 1,585 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 180 over Davis Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns US 180 over Davis Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.