US Bridges

SR 87 over Wash

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 1 M N of Mcdowell Rd. · Structure no. 07002

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,555
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 87 over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 87 over Wash in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 15,555 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,565 by 2041. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 87
CrossesWash
Location1 M N of Mcdowell Rd.
RouteState Highway 87
CountyMaricopa County
StateArizona
Coordinates33.47845, -111.83
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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82 US tons
Inventory rating49.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,555 (2021)
Projected traffic15,565 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-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 Wash built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 87 over 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SR 87 over Wash carry?

About 15,555 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 87 over Wash?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SR 87 over Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.