US Bridges

303 L over Mcmicken Dam Outfall

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 4.7 MI NE of US 60 · Structure no. 07226

Built
2004
21 years old, rebuilt 2015
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
122 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
32,637
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

303 L over Mcmicken Dam Outfall is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 303 L over Mcmicken Dam Outfall in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 2004 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 21 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 32,637 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,647 by 2038. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Carries303 L
CrossesMcmicken Dam Outfall
Location4.7 MI NE of US 60
RouteState Highway 303
StateArizona
Coordinates33.69843, -112.32995
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 inspectionMarch 2023
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 spans11
Design loadHS 20
Structure length122 ft (37.2 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 traffic32,637 (2018)
Projected traffic32,647 by 2038
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 303 L over Mcmicken Dam Outfall built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.

What condition is 303 L over Mcmicken Dam Outfall 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does 303 L over Mcmicken Dam Outfall carry?

About 32,637 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is 303 L over Mcmicken Dam Outfall?

The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns 303 L over Mcmicken Dam Outfall?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.