US Bridges

SR 277 over Phoenix Park Wash

Good

Navajo County, Arizona · 1.6 MI E JCT SR 377 · Structure no. 06753

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,348
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 277 over Phoenix Park Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 277 over Phoenix Park Wash in Navajo County, Arizona. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 1,348 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,358 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

CarriesSR 277
CrossesPhoenix Park Wash
Location1.6 MI E JCT SR 377
RouteState Highway 277
StateArizona
Coordinates34.45298, -110.4587
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 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 traffic1,348 (2022)
Projected traffic1,358 by 2042
Trucks18%
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 277 over Phoenix Park Wash built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 277 over Phoenix Park Wash 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SR 277 over Phoenix Park Wash carry?

About 1,348 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is SR 277 over Phoenix Park Wash?

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

Who owns SR 277 over Phoenix Park Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.