US Bridges

SR 95 over Giers Wash

Good

La Paz County, Arizona · 25.2 MI N JCT SR72 · Structure no. 07239

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,708
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 95 over Giers Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 95 over Giers Wash in La Paz County, Arizona. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 5,708 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,718 by 2038. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSR 95
CrossesGiers Wash
Location25.2 MI N JCT SR72
RouteState Highway 95
StateArizona
Coordinates34.258, -114.1305
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
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 rating98 US tons
Inventory rating59 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic5,708 (2018)
Projected traffic5,718 by 2038
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 SR 95 over Giers Wash built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 95 over Giers 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 95 over Giers Wash carry?

About 5,708 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SR 95 over Giers Wash?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 95 over Giers Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.