US Bridges

US 93; SB over Wash

Good

Mohave County, Arizona · 43.4 MI N JCT SR 68 · Structure no. 04902

Built
1936
89 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
17,763
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 93; SB over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 93; SB over Wash in Mohave County, Arizona. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 89 years old, older 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 17,763 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,773 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 93; SB
CrossesWash
Location43.4 MI N JCT SR 68
RouteU.S. Route 93
StateArizona
Coordinates35.77, -114.5126
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.6 m)
Roadway width72 ft (21.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,763 (2022)
Projected traffic17,773 by 2042
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 93; SB over Wash built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is US 93; SB 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 93; SB over Wash carry?

About 17,763 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 93; SB over Wash?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns US 93; SB over Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.