US Bridges

Shea Blvd over Cereus Wash

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 0.3 MI N of SR-87 · Structure no. 09682

Built
1967
58 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Good
inspected April 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
22,672
2020 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Shea Blvd over Cereus Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Shea Blvd over Cereus Wash in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 58 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 22,672 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,682 by 2040. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesShea Blvd
CrossesCereus Wash
Location0.3 MI N of SR-87
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMaricopa County
StateArizona
Coordinates33.5701, -111.711
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2022
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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,672 (2020)
Projected traffic22,682 by 2040
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1,000 (2018 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Shea Blvd over Cereus Wash built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is Shea Blvd over Cereus 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 April 2022.

How much traffic does Shea Blvd over Cereus Wash carry?

About 22,672 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Shea Blvd over Cereus Wash?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Shea Blvd over Cereus Wash?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.