SR 87 over Ruby Channel
GoodNavajo County, Arizona · 0.4 MI S JCT I-40 · Structure no. 07229
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 129 ft
- 14 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,852
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 87 over Ruby Channel is a steel culvert carrying SR 87 over Ruby Channel in Navajo County, Arizona. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 1,852 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,862 by 2041. The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 87 over Ruby Channel built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 87 over Ruby Channel 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 Ruby Channel carry?
About 1,852 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SR 87 over Ruby Channel?
The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m).
Who owns SR 87 over Ruby Channel?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.