US Bridges

I 40; WB over Sunshine Atsf RR

Good

Coconino County, Arizona · 20.7 MI West JCT SR 87 · Structure no. 01390

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 2005
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
183 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,996
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 40; WB over Sunshine Atsf RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 40; WB over Sunshine Atsf RR in Coconino County, Arizona. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 55 years old, older 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 9,996 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,006 by 2041. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI 40; WB
CrossesSunshine Atsf RR
Location20.7 MI West JCT SR 87
RouteInterstate 40
StateArizona
Coordinates35.1003, -110.9751
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length183 ft (55.8 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,996 (2021)
Projected traffic10,006 by 2041
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 40; WB over Sunshine Atsf RR built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.

What condition is I 40; WB over Sunshine Atsf RR 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 2024.

How much traffic does I 40; WB over Sunshine Atsf RR carry?

About 9,996 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is I 40; WB over Sunshine Atsf RR?

The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns I 40; WB over Sunshine Atsf RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.