US Bridges

SR 77 over El Capitan Canyon

Good

Gila County, Arizona · 18.6 MI N JCT SR 177 · Structure no. 04401

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,686
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 77 over El Capitan Canyon is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 77 over El Capitan Canyon in Gila County, Arizona. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 1,686 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,696 by 2039. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

CarriesSR 77
CrossesEl Capitan Canyon
Location18.6 MI N JCT SR 177
RouteState Highway 77
StateArizona
Coordinates33.1453, -110.7982
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 2023
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 rating85 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 closed24.9 mi (40 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 El Capitan Canyon built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 77 over El Capitan 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 2023.

How much traffic does SR 77 over El Capitan Canyon carry?

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

How long is SR 77 over El Capitan Canyon?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 77 over El Capitan Canyon?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.