US Bridges

I-17; SB over Little Squaw Creek

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 15.2 MI N JCT SR 74 · Structure no. 02965

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
209 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
23,261
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-17; SB over Little Squaw Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-17; SB over Little Squaw Creek in Maricopa 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 23,261 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,271 by 2042. The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesI-17; SB
CrossesLittle Squaw Creek
Location15.2 MI N JCT SR 74
RouteInterstate 17
StateArizona
Coordinates34.0155, -112.1472
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating61 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length209 ft (63.7 m)
Longest span102 ft (31.1 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.8 m)
Roadway width62 ft (18.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,261 (2023)
Projected traffic23,271 by 2042
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 I-17; SB over Little Squaw Creek built?

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

What condition is I-17; SB over Little Squaw Creek 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does I-17; SB over Little Squaw Creek carry?

About 23,261 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is I-17; SB over Little Squaw Creek?

The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.1 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns I-17; SB over Little Squaw Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.