US Bridges

SR 95; FAP 063 over Cap Canal Intake

Good

La Paz County, Arizona · 29.2 MI North of JCT SR 7 · Structure no. 01407

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Frame
Steel Continuous
Length
335 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,976
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 95; FAP 063 over Cap Canal Intake is a steel continuous frame carrying SR 95; FAP 063 over Cap Canal Intake in La Paz County, Arizona. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 5,976 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,986 by 2042. The structure is 335 ft (102.1 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 95; FAP 063
CrossesCap Canal Intake
Location29.2 MI North of JCT SR 7
RouteState Highway 95
CountyLa Paz County
StateArizona
Coordinates34.2894, -114.1054
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length335 ft (102.1 m)
Longest span133 ft (40.5 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deck40 ft (12.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,976 (2022)
Projected traffic5,986 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 95; FAP 063 over Cap Canal Intake built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 95; FAP 063 over Cap Canal Intake 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does SR 95; FAP 063 over Cap Canal Intake carry?

About 5,976 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SR 95; FAP 063 over Cap Canal Intake?

The structure is 335 ft (102.1 m) long with a longest span of 133 ft (40.5 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns SR 95; FAP 063 over Cap Canal Intake?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.