SR 87 over Sycamore Creek
GoodMaricopa County, Arizona · 23.19 MI S JCT 188 · Structure no. 02293
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 365 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,001
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 87 over Sycamore Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 87 over Sycamore Creek in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 19,001 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,011 by 2042. The structure is 365 ft (111.3 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 87 over Sycamore Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 87 over Sycamore 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does SR 87 over Sycamore Creek carry?
About 19,001 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is SR 87 over Sycamore Creek?
The structure is 365 ft (111.3 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns SR 87 over Sycamore Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.