US Bridges

SR 87 over Mesquite Wash

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 27.0 MI S JCT SR 188 · Structure no. 04657

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 2011
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
118 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
7,531
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 87 over Mesquite Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 87 over Mesquite Wash in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2011, so it is 68 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 7,531 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,541 by 2041. The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 87
CrossesMesquite Wash
Location27.0 MI S JCT SR 188
RouteState Highway 87
CountyMaricopa County
StateArizona
Coordinates33.72845, -111.51098
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating92 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length118 ft (36 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,531 (2021)
Projected traffic7,541 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 87 over Mesquite Wash built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.

What condition is SR 87 over Mesquite Wash 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR 87 over Mesquite Wash carry?

About 7,531 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 87 over Mesquite Wash?

The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SR 87 over Mesquite Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.