US Bridges

SR 95 over Chemehuevi Wash

Good

Mohave County, Arizona · 23.2 MI S JCT I 40 · Structure no. 06621

Built
1977
48 years old, rebuilt 2003
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
40 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
13,162
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 95 over Chemehuevi Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 95 over Chemehuevi Wash in Mohave County, Arizona. It was built in 1977 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 48 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 13,162 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,172 by 2038. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 95
CrossesChemehuevi Wash
Location23.2 MI S JCT I 40
RouteState Highway 95
CountyMohave County
StateArizona
Coordinates34.4551, -114.2947
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck30 ft (9.1 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,162 (2018)
Projected traffic13,172 by 2038
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 SR 95 over Chemehuevi Wash built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.

What condition is SR 95 over Chemehuevi 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 95 over Chemehuevi Wash carry?

About 13,162 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 95 over Chemehuevi Wash?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SR 95 over Chemehuevi Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.