59th Ave over Wash
GoodMaricopa County, Arizona · 0.15 MI N of Melinda DR · Structure no. 08949
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 60 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,510
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
59th Ave over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 59th Ave over Wash in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 20,510 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,520 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 59th Ave over Wash built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is 59th Ave 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does 59th Ave over Wash carry?
About 20,510 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is 59th Ave over Wash?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns 59th Ave over Wash?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.