US Bridges

SR 68 EB & WB over Wash

Good

Mohave County, Arizona · 18.8 MI E JCT SR 95 · Structure no. 06968

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
87 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
11,197
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 68 EB & WB over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 68 EB & WB over Wash in Mohave County, Arizona. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 11,197 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,207 by 2042. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 68 EB & WB
CrossesWash
Location18.8 MI E JCT SR 95
RouteState Highway 68
CountyMohave County
StateArizona
Coordinates35.22469, -114.27122
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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: 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 rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length87 ft (26.5 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 traffic11,197 (2022)
Projected traffic11,207 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$2,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 68 EB & WB over Wash built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 68 EB & WB 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SR 68 EB & WB over Wash carry?

About 11,197 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 68 EB & WB over Wash?

The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 68 EB & WB over Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.