US Bridges

SR 72; FAS 265 over Wash

Good

La Paz County, Arizona · 5.6 MI West of JCT US 60 · Structure no. 06695

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,725
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 72; FAS 265 over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 72; FAS 265 over Wash in La Paz County, Arizona. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 2,725 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,735 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.3 mi (89 km).

CarriesSR 72; FAS 265
CrossesWash
Location5.6 MI West of JCT US 60
RouteState Highway 72
StateArizona
Coordinates33.76425, -113.78617
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating71 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 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 traffic2,725 (2022)
Projected traffic2,735 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed55.3 mi (89 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SR 72; FAS 265 over Wash built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 72; FAS 265 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR 72; FAS 265 over Wash carry?

About 2,725 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is SR 72; FAS 265 over Wash?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 72; FAS 265 over Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.