US Bridges

IRR SR 95 over Wash

Good

La Paz County, Arizona · 24.7 MI N. JCT SR 72 · Structure no. 06015

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Good
inspected January 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,661
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IRR SR 95 over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying IRR SR 95 over Wash in La Paz County, Arizona. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 64 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,661 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,671 by 2036. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.1 mi (63 km).

CarriesIRR SR 95
CrossesWash
Location24.7 MI N. JCT SR 72
RouteState Highway 95
StateArizona
Coordinates34.2552, -114.1339
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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating86 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 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 traffic5,661 (2016)
Projected traffic5,671 by 2036
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.1 mi (63 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 IRR SR 95 over Wash built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is IRR SR 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 IRR SR 95 over Wash carry?

About 5,661 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is IRR SR 95 over Wash?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IRR SR 95 over Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.