US Bridges

B 10 over Plomosa Wash

Good

La Paz County, Arizona · 0.8 MI E JCT US 95 · Structure no. 07070

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,400
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

B 10 over Plomosa Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying B 10 over Plomosa Wash in La Paz County, Arizona. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 8,400 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,410 by 2038. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesB 10
CrossesPlomosa Wash
Location0.8 MI E JCT US 95
RouteState Highway 10
StateArizona
Coordinates33.6667, -114.2026
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic8,400 (2018)
Projected traffic8,410 by 2038
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 B 10 over Plomosa Wash built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is B 10 over Plomosa 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 B 10 over Plomosa Wash carry?

About 8,400 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is B 10 over Plomosa Wash?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns B 10 over Plomosa Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.