US Bridges

SR 95 over Wash

Good

Mohave County, Arizona · MP 168.71 · Structure no. 07196

Built
1973
52 years old, rebuilt 2004
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,726
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 95 over Wash is a steel culvert carrying SR 95 over Wash in Mohave County, Arizona. It was built in 1973 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 52 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 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 5,726 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,736 by 2038. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 95
CrossesWash
LocationMP 168.71
RouteState Highway 95
CountyMohave County
StateArizona
Coordinates34.391, -114.1697
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 inspectionMarch 2024
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
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,726 (2018)
Projected traffic5,736 by 2038
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure3
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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 95 over Wash built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.

What condition is SR 95 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 95 over Wash carry?

About 5,726 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SR 95 over Wash?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns SR 95 over Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.