SR 266 over Bear Canyon
GoodGraham County, Arizona · 8.5 MI W JCT US 191 · Structure no. 05106
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 225
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 266 over Bear Canyon is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 266 over Bear Canyon in Graham County, Arizona. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 225 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 235 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 266 over Bear Canyon built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 266 over Bear 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does SR 266 over Bear Canyon carry?
About 225 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is SR 266 over Bear Canyon?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 266 over Bear Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.