US Bridges

I 19; SB over Pesquiera Canyon

Good

Santa Cruz County, Arizona · 0.4 MI S JCT SR 289 · Structure no. 05770

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
51 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
15,010
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 19; SB over Pesquiera Canyon is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I 19; SB over Pesquiera Canyon in Santa Cruz County, Arizona. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 15,010 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,020 by 2042. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI 19; SB
CrossesPesquiera Canyon
Location0.4 MI S JCT SR 289
RouteInterstate 19
StateArizona
Coordinates31.42328, -110.96428
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,010 (2024)
Projected traffic15,020 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 19; SB over Pesquiera Canyon built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 19; SB over Pesquiera Canyon 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does I 19; SB over Pesquiera Canyon carry?

About 15,010 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is I 19; SB over Pesquiera Canyon?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns I 19; SB over Pesquiera Canyon?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.