US Bridges

I 19; NB & SB & FR over El Vado Wash

Good

Pima County, Arizona · 4.5 MI S JCT I 10 · Structure no. 05828

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
55,672
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 19; NB & SB & FR over El Vado Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I 19; NB & SB & FR over El Vado Wash in Pima County, Arizona. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 55,672 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,682 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI 19; NB & SB & FR
CrossesEl Vado Wash
Location4.5 MI S JCT I 10
RouteInterstate 19
CountyPima County
StateArizona
Coordinates32.13064, -110.98661
Functional classUrban 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 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
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic55,672 (2022)
Projected traffic55,682 by 2042
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure8
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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 19; NB & SB & FR over El Vado Wash built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 19; NB & SB & FR over El Vado 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does I 19; NB & SB & FR over El Vado Wash carry?

About 55,672 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is I 19; NB & SB & FR over El Vado Wash?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I 19; NB & SB & FR over El Vado Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.