SR 80 over Emerald Gulch
GoodCochise County, Arizona · 4.6 MI S JCT SR 82 · Structure no. 04488
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1968
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,814
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 80 over Emerald Gulch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 80 over Emerald Gulch in Cochise County, Arizona. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 88 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 2,814 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,824 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 80 over Emerald Gulch built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.
What condition is SR 80 over Emerald Gulch 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does SR 80 over Emerald Gulch carry?
About 2,814 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is SR 80 over Emerald Gulch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 80 over Emerald Gulch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.