US Bridges

Meridian RD over Wash

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Maricopa County, Arizona · 500 N of Southern · Structure no. 11338

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,256
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Meridian RD over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Meridian RD over Wash in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 11,256 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,266 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesMeridian RD
CrossesWash
Location500 N of Southern
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMaricopa County
StateArizona
Coordinates33.39466, -111.58068
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 36 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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating70.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 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 traffic11,256 (2023)
Projected traffic11,266 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Meridian RD over Wash built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is Meridian RD over 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Meridian RD over Wash carry?

About 11,256 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Meridian RD over Wash?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Meridian RD over Wash?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.