US Bridges

I 40; EB WB & Nfr over Wash

Good

Navajo County, Arizona · 7.5 MI E JCT SR 87 · Structure no. 05967

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1979
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
65 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
21,480
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 40; EB WB & Nfr over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I 40; EB WB & Nfr over Wash in Navajo County, Arizona. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 67 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 21,480 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,490 by 2041. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI 40; EB WB & Nfr
CrossesWash
Location7.5 MI E JCT SR 87
RouteInterstate 40
StateArizona
Coordinates34.97745, -110.53224
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
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 spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 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 traffic21,480 (2021)
Projected traffic21,490 by 2041
Trucks45%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
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 I 40; EB WB & Nfr over Wash built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.

What condition is I 40; EB WB & Nfr 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 2023.

How much traffic does I 40; EB WB & Nfr over Wash carry?

About 21,480 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.

How long is I 40; EB WB & Nfr over Wash?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I 40; EB WB & Nfr over Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.