US Bridges

Chandler Boulevard over Drainage Channel

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 0.02 MI W of 48th ST · Structure no. 10536

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
43,957
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Chandler Boulevard over Drainage Channel is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Chandler Boulevard over Drainage Channel in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 43,957 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,967 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 105 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesChandler Boulevard
CrossesDrainage Channel
Location0.02 MI W of 48th ST
RouteCity Street 0
StateArizona
Coordinates33.3053, -111.9806
Functional classUrban Minor 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2021
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 rating109.5 US tons
Inventory rating65.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width105 ft (32 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck99 ft (30.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic43,957 (2020)
Projected traffic43,967 by 2040
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Chandler Boulevard over Drainage Channel built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Chandler Boulevard over Drainage Channel 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 2021.

How much traffic does Chandler Boulevard over Drainage Channel carry?

About 43,957 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Chandler Boulevard over Drainage Channel?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 105 ft wide.

Who owns Chandler Boulevard over Drainage Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.