US Bridges

A 89; River(bates) over Oak Wash

Good

Yavapai County, Arizona · 0.5 MI NE of JCT SR 260 · Structure no. 06817

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,991
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

A 89; River(bates) over Oak Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying A 89; River(bates) over Oak Wash in Yavapai County, Arizona. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 20,991 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,001 by 2039. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesA 89; River(bates)
CrossesOak Wash
Location0.5 MI NE of JCT SR 260
RouteState Highway 89
StateArizona
Coordinates34.7209, -111.9922
Functional classUrban 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,991 (2019)
Projected traffic21,001 by 2039
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 A 89; River(bates) over Oak Wash built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is A 89; River(bates) over Oak 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 August 2021.

How much traffic does A 89; River(bates) over Oak Wash carry?

About 20,991 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is A 89; River(bates) over Oak Wash?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns A 89; River(bates) over Oak Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.