US Bridges

US 93 over Wash

Good

Mohave County, Arizona · 5.14 MI S of I-40 JCT · Structure no. 07144

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,789
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 93 over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 93 over Wash in Mohave County, Arizona. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,789 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,799 by 2039. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 93
CrossesWash
Location5.14 MI S of I-40 JCT
RouteU.S. Route 93
CountyMohave County
StateArizona
Coordinates35.09517, -113.66639
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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,789 (2019)
Projected traffic4,799 by 2039
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollToll bridge
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 over Wash built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 93 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 May 2021.

How much traffic does US 93 over Wash carry?

About 4,789 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 93 over Wash?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 93 over Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.