US Bridges

US 60 (grand Ave) over Agua Fria

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 14.8 MI W JCT I 17 · Structure no. 06986

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
27,400
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 60 (grand Ave) over Agua Fria is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 60 (grand Ave) over Agua Fria 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 27,400 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,410 by 2034. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 116 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 60 (grand Ave)
CrossesAgua Fria
Location14.8 MI W JCT I 17
RouteU.S. Route 60
CountyMaricopa County
StateArizona
Coordinates33.6081, -112.3087
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width116 ft (35.5 m)
Roadway width114 ft (34.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,400 (2014)
Projected traffic27,410 by 2034
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 60 (grand Ave) over Agua Fria built?

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

What condition is US 60 (grand Ave) over Agua Fria 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 60 (grand Ave) over Agua Fria carry?

About 27,400 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 60 (grand Ave) over Agua Fria?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 116 ft wide.

Who owns US 60 (grand Ave) over Agua Fria?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.