US Bridges

I 10; WB over Bell Rd-Empirita RD

Fair

Pima County, Arizona · 9.9 MI West of JCT SR 90 · Structure no. 00788

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 1981
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
97 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,695
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 10; WB over Bell Rd-Empirita RD is a concrete continuous slab carrying I 10; WB over Bell Rd-Empirita RD in Pima County, Arizona. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 61 years old, older than the Arizona average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 15,695 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,705 by 2041. The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI 10; WB
CrossesBell Rd-Empirita RD
Location9.9 MI West of JCT SR 90
RouteInterstate 10
StateArizona
Coordinates31.977, -110.5122
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length97 ft (29.6 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,695 (2021)
Projected traffic15,705 by 2041
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$5,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 10; WB over Bell Rd-Empirita RD built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.

What condition is I 10; WB over Bell Rd-Empirita RD in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does I 10; WB over Bell Rd-Empirita RD carry?

About 15,695 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is I 10; WB over Bell Rd-Empirita RD?

The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns I 10; WB over Bell Rd-Empirita RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.