Baseline Road over Sossaman Ditch
FairMaricopa County, Arizona · 200 E/Sossaman · Structure no. 09690
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,588
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Baseline Road over Sossaman Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Baseline Road over Sossaman Ditch in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 57 years old, older 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 14,588 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,598 by 2039. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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. |
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Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Baseline Road over Sossaman Ditch built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is Baseline Road over Sossaman Ditch 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Baseline Road over Sossaman Ditch carry?
About 14,588 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Baseline Road over Sossaman Ditch?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Baseline Road over Sossaman Ditch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.