US Bridges

Estrella Rdwy over Wash

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 1 Mi. E of El Mirage RD · Structure no. 07228

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,320
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, 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 14,320 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,330 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesEstrella Rdwy
CrossesWash
Location1 Mi. E of El Mirage RD
RouteState Highway 303
CountyMaricopa County
StateArizona
Coordinates33.70224, -112.31622
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 rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,320 (2022)
Projected traffic14,330 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.

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 14,320 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Estrella Rdwy over Wash?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Estrella Rdwy over Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.