US Bridges

Deer Valley RD over Channel

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · W of Hayden RD · Structure no. 11266

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
49 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,710
2025 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Deer Valley RD over Channel is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Deer Valley RD over Channel in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 2,710 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,720 by 2040. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesDeer Valley RD
CrossesChannel
LocationW of Hayden RD
RouteCity Street 0
StateArizona
Coordinates33.68611, -111.91667
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
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 rating72 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,710 (2025)
Projected traffic2,720 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Deer Valley RD over Channel built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Deer Valley RD over 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Deer Valley RD over Channel carry?

About 2,710 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Deer Valley RD over Channel?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Deer Valley RD over Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.