US Bridges

Rancho Paloma DR over Dry Wash

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 0.45 MI W of Cave Creek · Structure no. 10411

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
102 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,011
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rancho Paloma DR over Dry Wash is a concrete culvert carrying Rancho Paloma DR over Dry Wash in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 6,011 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,021 by 2041. The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long and 156 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRancho Paloma DR
CrossesDry Wash
Location0.45 MI W of Cave Creek
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMaricopa County
StateArizona
Coordinates33.7862, -111.9808
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length102 ft (31.1 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width156 ft (47.4 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,011 (2021)
Projected traffic6,021 by 2041
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Rancho Paloma DR over Dry Wash built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rancho Paloma DR 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Rancho Paloma DR over Dry Wash carry?

About 6,011 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Rancho Paloma DR over Dry Wash?

The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 156 ft wide.

Who owns Rancho Paloma DR over Dry Wash?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.