US Bridges

SR 51 Hov Ramp over I-10 WB

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 500 Ft N I-10 @ Washing · Structure no. 02778

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
984 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
14,520
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 51 Hov Ramp over I-10 WB is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 51 Hov Ramp over I-10 WB in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 14,520 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,530 by 2041. The structure is 984 ft (299.9 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 51 Hov Ramp
CrossesI-10 WB
Location500 Ft N I-10 @ Washing
RouteState Highway 51
StateArizona
Coordinates33.4517, -112.0373
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 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 rating81 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20
Structure length984 ft (299.9 m)
Longest span113 ft (34.4 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,520 (2021)
Projected traffic14,530 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 SR 51 Hov Ramp over I-10 WB built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 51 Hov Ramp over I-10 WB 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does SR 51 Hov Ramp over I-10 WB carry?

About 14,520 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 51 Hov Ramp over I-10 WB?

The structure is 984 ft (299.9 m) long with a longest span of 113 ft (34.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns SR 51 Hov Ramp over I-10 WB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.