US Bridges

L101 Frtg &43 Ave over Skunk Creek

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 2.18 MI W JCT I-17 · Structure no. 06869

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
57 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
163,830
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

L101 Frtg &43 Ave over Skunk Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying L101 Frtg &43 Ave over Skunk Creek in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 163,830 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 163,840 by 2039. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesL101 Frtg &43 Ave
CrossesSkunk Creek
Location2.18 MI W JCT I-17
RouteState Highway 101
StateArizona
Coordinates33.67222, -112.15278
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating82 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length57 ft (17.4 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 traffic163,830 (2019)
Projected traffic163,840 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure11
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$4,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was L101 Frtg &43 Ave over Skunk Creek built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is L101 Frtg &43 Ave over Skunk 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 May 2021.

How much traffic does L101 Frtg &43 Ave over Skunk Creek carry?

About 163,830 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is L101 Frtg &43 Ave over Skunk Creek?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns L101 Frtg &43 Ave over Skunk Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.