US Bridges

SR 95 over Lark Drain Channel

Good

Mohave County, Arizona · 21.3 MI S JCT I 40 · Structure no. 06623

Built
1977
48 years old, rebuilt 2003
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,641
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 95 over Lark Drain Channel is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 95 over Lark Drain Channel 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 15,641 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,651 by 2038. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSR 95
CrossesLark Drain Channel
Location21.3 MI S JCT I 40
RouteState Highway 95
StateArizona
Coordinates34.45444, -114.32592
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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,641 (2018)
Projected traffic15,651 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 Lark Drain Channel built?

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

What condition is SR 95 over Lark Drain 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 95 over Lark Drain Channel carry?

About 15,641 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 95 over Lark Drain Channel?

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

Who owns SR 95 over Lark Drain Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.