Desert Foothills over Wash
FairMaricopa County, Arizona · Desert Foot S of Liberty · Structure no. 07893
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 24 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,000
- 2002 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 1980, so it is 45 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 4,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,000 by 2030. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Desert Foothills over Wash built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Desert Foothills over Wash 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Desert Foothills over Wash carry?
About 4,000 vehicles per day (2002 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Desert Foothills over Wash?
The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.6 m).
Who owns Desert Foothills over Wash?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.