US Bridges

US 60 W/Front. RD over Wash

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 9.7 MI SE JCT SR 74 · Structure no. 07101

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,475
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 60 W/Front. RD over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 60 W/Front. RD over Wash in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 15,475 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,629 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 60 W/Front. RD
CrossesWash
Location9.7 MI SE JCT SR 74
RouteU.S. Route 60
CountyMaricopa County
StateArizona
Coordinates33.7691, -112.5174
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionDecember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic15,475 (2020)
Projected traffic28,629 by 2040
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 60 W/Front. RD over Wash built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 60 W/Front. RD 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 December 2021.

How much traffic does US 60 W/Front. RD over Wash carry?

About 15,475 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US 60 W/Front. RD over Wash?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 60 W/Front. RD over Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.