US Bridges

Hov SR 51 Ramp W-S over L101 EB

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Maricopa County, Arizona · JCT L101 · Structure no. 02883

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
2,003 ft
17 main spans
Daily traffic
2,674
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hov SR 51 Ramp W-S over L101 EB is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Hov SR 51 Ramp W-S over L101 EB in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 2,674 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,684 by 2042. The structure is 2,003 ft (610.5 m) long and 31 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesHov SR 51 Ramp W-S
CrossesL101 EB
LocationJCT L101
RouteState Highway 51
CountyMaricopa County
StateArizona
Coordinates33.67089, -111.99867
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans17
Design loadHS 20
Structure length2,003 ft (610.5 m)
Longest span126 ft (38.4 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck18 ft (5.4 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,674 (2022)
Projected traffic2,684 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Hov SR 51 Ramp W-S over L101 EB built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hov SR 51 Ramp W-S over L101 EB 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 2023.

How much traffic does Hov SR 51 Ramp W-S over L101 EB carry?

About 2,674 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Hov SR 51 Ramp W-S over L101 EB?

The structure is 2,003 ft (610.5 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Hov SR 51 Ramp W-S over L101 EB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.