SR 71 over Wash
GoodMaricopa County, Arizona · 0.8 MI N JCT US 60 · Structure no. 06128
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 40 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 730
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 71 over Wash is a steel culvert carrying SR 71 over Wash in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 76 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 730 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 740 by 2041. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 71 over Wash built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is SR 71 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 2023.
How much traffic does SR 71 over Wash carry?
About 730 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SR 71 over Wash?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns SR 71 over Wash?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.