US Bridges

Estrella Rdwy over Wash

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 0.5 Mi. E/ El Mirage RD · Structure no. 07227

Built
2004
21 years old, rebuilt 2015
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
18,443
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Estrella Rdwy over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Estrella Rdwy over Wash 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 18,443 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,453 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesEstrella Rdwy
CrossesWash
Location0.5 Mi. E/ El Mirage RD
RouteState Highway 303
StateArizona
Coordinates33.69842, -112.32457
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 inspectionFebruary 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 rating83 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic18,443 (2022)
Projected traffic18,453 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
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 Estrella Rdwy over Wash built?

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

What condition is Estrella Rdwy 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Estrella Rdwy over Wash carry?

About 18,443 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Estrella Rdwy over Wash?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Estrella Rdwy over Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.