US Bridges

Bush Hwy-Fas 388 over Wash

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 3.5 MI N/ Mcdowell RD · Structure no. 07779

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,036
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bush Hwy-Fas 388 over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Bush Hwy-Fas 388 over Wash in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older 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 5,036 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,046 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesBush Hwy-Fas 388
CrossesWash
Location3.5 MI N/ Mcdowell RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMaricopa County
StateArizona
Coordinates33.51625, -111.67624
Functional classRural Minor 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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 36 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic5,036 (2020)
Projected traffic5,046 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Bush Hwy-Fas 388 over Wash built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bush Hwy-Fas 388 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does Bush Hwy-Fas 388 over Wash carry?

About 5,036 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Bush Hwy-Fas 388 over Wash?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Bush Hwy-Fas 388 over Wash?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.