US Bridges

Sonoran Desert Dr. over Dry Wash

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 5.7 MI S/O Paloma Pkwy · Structure no. 10982

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
66 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,101
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sonoran Desert Dr. over Dry Wash is a concrete culvert carrying Sonoran Desert Dr. over Dry Wash in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,101 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,101 by 2033. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

Location

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CarriesSonoran Desert Dr.
CrossesDry Wash
Location5.7 MI S/O Paloma Pkwy
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMaricopa County
StateArizona
Coordinates33.7573, -112.0153
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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating80.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,101 (2013)
Projected traffic3,101 by 2033
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 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 Sonoran Desert Dr. over Dry Wash built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sonoran Desert 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 2022.

How much traffic does Sonoran Desert Dr. over Dry Wash carry?

About 2,101 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Sonoran Desert Dr. over Dry Wash?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Sonoran Desert Dr. over Dry Wash?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.