US Bridges

Melpomene Way over Large Wash

Good

Pima County, Arizona · S of Blue River Lp · Structure no. 11605

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
67 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,913
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Melpomene Way over Large Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Melpomene Way over Large Wash in Pima County, Arizona. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 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 1,913 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,923 by 2042. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesMelpomene Way
CrossesLarge Wash
LocationS of Blue River Lp
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateArizona
Coordinates31.95231, -110.75589
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating69 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length67 ft (20.4 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 traffic1,913 (2022)
Projected traffic1,923 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Melpomene Way over Large Wash built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Melpomene Way over Large 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Melpomene Way over Large Wash carry?

About 1,913 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Melpomene Way over Large Wash?

The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Melpomene Way over Large Wash?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.