US Bridges

SR 77 over Ocarrol Canyon

Fair

Gila County, Arizona · 3.0 MI N JCT SR 177 · Structure no. 04394

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,686
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 77 over Ocarrol Canyon is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 77 over Ocarrol Canyon in Gila County, Arizona. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older than the Arizona average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,686 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,696 by 2039. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

CarriesSR 77
CrossesOcarrol Canyon
Location3.0 MI N JCT SR 177
RouteState Highway 77
StateArizona
Coordinates33.0203, -110.7421
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating72 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 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 traffic1,686 (2017)
Projected traffic1,696 by 2039
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 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 77 over Ocarrol Canyon built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 77 over Ocarrol Canyon in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does SR 77 over Ocarrol Canyon carry?

About 1,686 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 77 over Ocarrol Canyon?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 77 over Ocarrol Canyon?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.