US Bridges

Melpomene Way over Fagam Wash

Good

Pima County, Arizona · S of New Rock Ridge · Structure no. 11609

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
85 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,913
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Melpomene Way over Fagam Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Melpomene Way over Fagam Wash in Pima County, Arizona. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 85 ft (25.9 m) long.

Location

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CarriesMelpomene Way
CrossesFagam Wash
LocationS of New Rock Ridge
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyPima County
StateArizona
Coordinates31.94533, -110.76047
Functional classRural Local

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.
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length85 ft (25.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 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 closed—
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 Fagam Wash built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Melpomene Way over Fagam 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 Fagam Wash carry?

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

How long is Melpomene Way over Fagam Wash?

The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m).

Who owns Melpomene Way over Fagam Wash?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.