US Bridges

Bell RD over WB US60 and BNSF RR

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 0.54 MI E of Litchfield · Structure no. 20111

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
348 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
43,564
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bell RD over WB US60 and BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bell RD over WB US60 and BNSF RR in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 43,564 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,574 by 2042. The structure is 348 ft (106.1 m) long and 117 ft wide.

CarriesBell RD
CrossesWB US60 and BNSF RR
Location0.54 MI E of Litchfield
RouteCity Street 0
StateArizona
Coordinates33.6387, -112.35
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length348 ft (106.1 m)
Longest span161 ft (49.1 m)
Deck width117 ft (35.8 m)
Roadway width108 ft (32.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck17 ft (5.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic43,564 (2022)
Projected traffic43,574 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Bell RD over WB US60 and BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bell RD over WB US60 and BNSF RR 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Bell RD over WB US60 and BNSF RR carry?

About 43,564 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Bell RD over WB US60 and BNSF RR?

The structure is 348 ft (106.1 m) long with a longest span of 161 ft (49.1 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.

Who owns Bell RD over WB US60 and BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.