US Bridges

Scottsdale RD over Drain Channel

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 600 Ft S of Dixileta DR · Structure no. 07526

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
42 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
23,900
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Scottsdale RD over Drain Channel is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Scottsdale RD over Drain Channel in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 23,900 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,910 by 2034. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 110 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesScottsdale RD
CrossesDrain Channel
Location600 Ft S of Dixileta DR
RouteCity Street 0
StateArizona
Coordinates33.75431, -111.92592
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width110 ft (33.5 m)
Roadway width108 ft (32.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,900 (2014)
Projected traffic23,910 by 2034
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Scottsdale RD over Drain Channel built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Scottsdale RD over Drain 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Scottsdale RD over Drain Channel carry?

About 23,900 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Scottsdale RD over Drain Channel?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 110 ft wide.

Who owns Scottsdale RD over Drain Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.