IRR SR 87 over Verde River
GoodMaricopa County, Arizona · 2.2 MI N of Shea Blvd · Structure no. 02266
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 1,600 ft
- 13 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,207
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IRR SR 87 over Verde River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR SR 87 over Verde River in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 6,207 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,217 by 2042. The structure is 1,600 ft (487.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR SR 87 over Verde River built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR SR 87 over Verde River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does IRR SR 87 over Verde River carry?
About 6,207 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is IRR SR 87 over Verde River?
The structure is 1,600 ft (487.7 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns IRR SR 87 over Verde River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.