SR 79 over Wash
GoodPinal County, Arizona · 6.8 MI N JCT SR 287 · Structure no. 04773
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 53 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,047
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 79 over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 79 over Wash in Pinal County, Arizona. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 69 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 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 7,047 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,057 by 2041. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 59 mi (95 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 79 over Wash built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is SR 79 over 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 2022.
How much traffic does SR 79 over Wash carry?
About 7,047 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SR 79 over Wash?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns SR 79 over Wash?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.