Van Buren Street over Agua Fria River
FairMaricopa County, Arizona · 0.3 MI E of Dysart RD · Structure no. 07559
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 1,163 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,887
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Van Buren Street over Agua Fria River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Van Buren Street over Agua Fria River in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger than the Arizona average of 47.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 17,887 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,897 by 2039. The structure is 1,163 ft (354.5 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Van Buren Street over Agua Fria River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Van Buren Street over Agua Fria River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does Van Buren Street over Agua Fria River carry?
About 17,887 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Van Buren Street over Agua Fria River?
The structure is 1,163 ft (354.5 m) long with a longest span of 116 ft (35.4 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.
Who owns Van Buren Street over Agua Fria River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.