US Bridges

SR 189 Ramp SW over Mariposa Canyon Wash

Good

Santa Cruz County, Arizona · I-19 & SR189 Junc · Structure no. 20199

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
947 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
2,480
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 189 Ramp SW over Mariposa Canyon Wash is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 189 Ramp SW over Mariposa Canyon Wash in Santa Cruz County, Arizona. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 2,480 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,490 by 2042. The structure is 947 ft (288.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 189 Ramp SW
CrossesMariposa Canyon Wash
LocationI-19 & SR189 Junc
RouteState Highway 189
StateArizona
Coordinates31.3648, -110.947
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHL 93
Structure length947 ft (288.6 m)
Longest span135 ft (41.1 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,480 (2022)
Projected traffic2,490 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SR 189 Ramp SW over Mariposa Canyon Wash built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 189 Ramp SW over Mariposa Canyon 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR 189 Ramp SW over Mariposa Canyon Wash carry?

About 2,480 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 189 Ramp SW over Mariposa Canyon Wash?

The structure is 947 ft (288.6 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns SR 189 Ramp SW over Mariposa Canyon Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.