US Bridges

US 95 over Wash

Good

La Paz County, Arizona · 0.4 MI S JCT B 10 · Structure no. 05030

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Good
inspected January 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,143
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 95 over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 95 over Wash in La Paz County, Arizona. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 61 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 4,143 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,153 by 2036. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 95
CrossesWash
Location0.4 MI S JCT B 10
RouteU.S. Route 95
StateArizona
Coordinates33.662, -114.2171
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,143 (2016)
Projected traffic4,153 by 2036
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 95 over Wash built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.

What condition is US 95 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 January 2022.

How much traffic does US 95 over Wash carry?

About 4,143 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US 95 over Wash?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 95 over Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.