SR 87 over Slate Creek
GoodGila County, Arizona · 7.8 MI S JCT SR 188 · Structure no. 06115
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1976
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 14,473
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 87 over Slate Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 87 over Slate Creek in Gila County, Arizona. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 69 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 14,473 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,483 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 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 | 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 87 over Slate Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.
What condition is SR 87 over Slate Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SR 87 over Slate Creek carry?
About 14,473 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 87 over Slate Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns SR 87 over Slate Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.