Desert Foothills over Wash
GoodMaricopa County, Arizona · Desert Foot at Frye RD · Structure no. 07878
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,300
- 1996 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Desert Foothills over Wash is a steel culvert carrying Desert Foothills over Wash 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 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 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2030. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Desert Foothills over Wash built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Desert Foothills 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Desert Foothills over Wash carry?
About 3,300 vehicles per day (1996 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Desert Foothills over Wash?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Desert Foothills over Wash?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.