US Bridges

SR 90 over Wash

Good

Cochise County, Arizona · 15.3 M S JCT I-10 · Structure no. 07221

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,159
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 90 over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 90 over Wash in Cochise County, Arizona. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 9,159 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,169 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesSR 90
CrossesWash
Location15.3 M S JCT I-10
RouteState Highway 90
StateArizona
Coordinates31.74517, -110.35014
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
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 rating63.1 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,159 (2023)
Projected traffic9,169 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 SR 90 over Wash built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 90 over 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SR 90 over Wash carry?

About 9,159 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 90 over Wash?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 90 over Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.