US Bridges

I 40; EB WB & Ram over Cataract Creek

Good

Coconino County, Arizona · 17.2 MI E of JCT SR 89 · Structure no. 06750

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
43 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
21,121
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 40; EB WB & Ram over Cataract Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I 40; EB WB & Ram over Cataract Creek in Coconino County, Arizona. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 21,121 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,131 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesI 40; EB WB & Ram
CrossesCataract Creek
Location17.2 MI E of JCT SR 89
RouteInterstate 40
StateArizona
Coordinates35.2587, -112.195
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,121 (2021)
Projected traffic21,131 by 2041
Trucks37%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 & Ram over Cataract Creek built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 40; EB WB & Ram over Cataract 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 July 2022.

How much traffic does I 40; EB WB & Ram over Cataract Creek carry?

About 21,121 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.

How long is I 40; EB WB & Ram over Cataract Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns I 40; EB WB & Ram over Cataract Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.