SR 83 over Empire Gulch
GoodPima County, Arizona · 8.2 MI N JCT SR 82 · Structure no. 04531
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 76 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,406
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 83 over Empire Gulch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 83 over Empire Gulch in Pima County, Arizona. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 66 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 1,406 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,416 by 2042. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 83 over Empire Gulch built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is SR 83 over Empire Gulch 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SR 83 over Empire Gulch carry?
About 1,406 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 83 over Empire Gulch?
The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 83 over Empire Gulch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.