US Bridges

Chandler Boulevard over Dry Wash

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 0.02 MI W of 7th Drive · Structure no. 07930

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,269
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Chandler Boulevard over Dry Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Chandler Boulevard over Dry Wash in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 12,269 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,279 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesChandler Boulevard
CrossesDry Wash
Location0.02 MI W of 7th Drive
RouteCity Street 0
StateArizona
Coordinates33.3032, -112.0855
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionDecember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating100.8 US tons
Inventory rating61.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,269 (2021)
Projected traffic12,279 by 2041
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Chandler Boulevard over Dry Wash built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Chandler Boulevard over Dry 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 December 2021.

How much traffic does Chandler Boulevard over Dry Wash carry?

About 12,269 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Chandler Boulevard over Dry Wash?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Chandler Boulevard over Dry Wash?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.