US Bridges

Anthem Way over Dry Wash

Fair

Maricopa County, Arizona · Anthem at Outlet Entrance · Structure no. 10204

Built
1994
31 years old, rebuilt 2003
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
67 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
19,639
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Anthem Way over Dry Wash is a concrete culvert carrying Anthem Way over Dry Wash in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1994 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 31 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 19,639 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,649 by 2039. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long and 160 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesAnthem Way
CrossesDry Wash
LocationAnthem at Outlet Entrance
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMaricopa County
StateArizona
Coordinates33.8712, -112.1509
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating93.6 US tons
Inventory rating57.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length67 ft (20.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width160 ft (48.8 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,639 (2019)
Projected traffic19,649 by 2039
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Anthem Way over Dry Wash built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.

What condition is Anthem Way over Dry 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Anthem Way over Dry Wash carry?

About 19,639 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Anthem Way over Dry Wash?

The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 160 ft wide.

Who owns Anthem Way over Dry Wash?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.