US Bridges

W 101L to N I 17 over North Frontage RD

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · N-E CR 3rd Ll 101/I 17 Ti · Structure no. 02170

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
1,237 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
21,004
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

W 101L to N I 17 over North Frontage RD is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - single or spread carrying W 101L to N I 17 over North Frontage RD in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 21,004 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,014 by 2040. The structure is 1,237 ft (377 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesW 101L to N I 17
CrossesNorth Frontage RD
LocationN-E CR 3rd Ll 101/I 17 Ti
RouteInterstate 17
StateArizona
Coordinates33.6694, -112.1096
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.9 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,237 ft (377 m)
Longest span190 ft (57.9 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,004 (2020)
Projected traffic21,014 by 2040
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was W 101L to N I 17 over North Frontage RD built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is W 101L to N I 17 over North Frontage RD 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does W 101L to N I 17 over North Frontage RD carry?

About 21,004 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is W 101L to N I 17 over North Frontage RD?

The structure is 1,237 ft (377 m) long with a longest span of 190 ft (57.9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns W 101L to N I 17 over North Frontage RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.