US Bridges

I 17 over Wash

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 7.2 MI N JCT SR 74 · Structure no. 05740

Built
1948
77 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Good
inspected May 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
45,897
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 17 over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I 17 over Wash in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 77 years old, older 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 45,897 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,907 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI 17
CrossesWash
Location7.2 MI N JCT SR 74
RouteInterstate 17
CountyMaricopa County
StateArizona
Coordinates33.9019, -112.1465
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating40 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 traffic45,897 (2020)
Projected traffic45,907 by 2040
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 17 over Wash built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is I 17 over 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 May 2022.

How much traffic does I 17 over Wash carry?

About 45,897 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is I 17 over Wash?

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

Who owns I 17 over Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.