Melpomene Way over Medium Wash
GoodPima County, Arizona · N of Pima Meadows · Structure no. 11606
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,913
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Melpomene Way over Medium Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Melpomene Way over Medium 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 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 1,913 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,923 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Melpomene Way over Medium Wash built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Melpomene Way over Medium 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 Medium Wash carry?
About 1,913 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Melpomene Way over Medium Wash?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Melpomene Way over Medium Wash?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.