US Bridges

IRR SR 87 over Wash

Good

Maricopa County, Arizona · 9.6 MI NE JCT 202L · Structure no. 07006

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,149
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IRR SR 87 over Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying IRR SR 87 over Wash in Maricopa County, Arizona. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 16,149 vehicles a day, roughly 51% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,159 by 2040. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesIRR SR 87
CrossesWash
Location9.6 MI NE JCT 202L
RouteState Highway 87
CountyMaricopa County
StateArizona
Coordinates33.53367, -111.72811
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 inspectionMay 2021
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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 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 traffic16,149 (2020)
Projected traffic16,159 by 2040
Trucks51%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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$1,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IRR SR 87 over Wash built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is IRR 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 May 2021.

How much traffic does IRR SR 87 over Wash carry?

About 16,149 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 51% are trucks.

How long is IRR SR 87 over Wash?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IRR SR 87 over Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.