US Bridges

IRR Thomas RD L 10 over Drainage Channel

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 6.5 MI N JCT US 60 · Structure no. 06975

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,000
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IRR Thomas RD L 10 over Drainage Channel is a concrete continuous culvert carrying IRR Thomas RD L 10 over Drainage Channel in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,010 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIRR Thomas RD L 10
CrossesDrainage Channel
Location6.5 MI N JCT US 60
RouteState Highway 101
StateArizona
Coordinates33.48038, -111.88922
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
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 rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,000 (2022)
Projected traffic2,010 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IRR Thomas RD L 10 over Drainage Channel built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is IRR Thomas RD L 10 over Drainage Channel 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does IRR Thomas RD L 10 over Drainage Channel carry?

About 2,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is IRR Thomas RD L 10 over Drainage Channel?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IRR Thomas RD L 10 over Drainage Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.