US Bridges

Cactus Rd. over Linear Detention Channel

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 0.15 MI W of SR 51 · Structure no. 07026

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
67 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
49,564
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cactus Rd. over Linear Detention Channel is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Cactus Rd. over Linear Detention Channel in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 49,564 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,574 by 2035. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesCactus Rd.
CrossesLinear Detention Channel
Location0.15 MI W of SR 51
RouteState Highway 51
StateArizona
Coordinates33.597, -112.0104
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 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 rating79 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length67 ft (20.4 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 traffic49,564 (2015)
Projected traffic49,574 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$2,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Cactus Rd. over Linear Detention Channel built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cactus Rd. over Linear Detention 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 2021.

How much traffic does Cactus Rd. over Linear Detention Channel carry?

About 49,564 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Cactus Rd. over Linear Detention Channel?

The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Cactus Rd. over Linear Detention Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.