SR 83 over Smith Canyon
GoodSanta Cruz County, Arizona · 2.6 MI N JCT SR 82 · Structure no. 04529
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 602
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 83 over Smith Canyon is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 83 over Smith Canyon in Santa Cruz County, Arizona. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 59 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 602 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 612 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 88 ft wide. 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 83 over Smith Canyon built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is SR 83 over Smith 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SR 83 over Smith Canyon carry?
About 602 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR 83 over Smith Canyon?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.
Who owns SR 83 over Smith Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.