US Bridges

I 40; EB & WB over Wash

Good

Coconino County, Arizona · 12.9 MI W JCT SR 99 · Structure no. 05940

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
22,195
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 40; EB & WB over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I 40; EB & WB over Wash in Coconino County, Arizona. It was built in 1970, 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 22,195 vehicles a day, roughly 46% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,205 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI 40; EB & WB
CrossesWash
Location12.9 MI W JCT SR 99
RouteInterstate 40
StateArizona
Coordinates35.11275, -111.05446
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
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 rating37 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic22,195 (2021)
Projected traffic22,205 by 2041
Trucks46%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 40; EB & WB over Wash built?

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

What condition is I 40; EB & WB 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does I 40; EB & WB over Wash carry?

About 22,195 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 46% are trucks.

How long is I 40; EB & WB over Wash?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I 40; EB & WB over Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.