US Bridges

SR-845 (powerline) over S. Fork Middle River

Good

Broward County, Florida · 0.7 Mi. S. of Oak Pk Blvd · Structure no. 860095

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1972
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
75 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
24,500
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-845 (powerline) over S. Fork Middle River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SR-845 (powerline) over S. Fork Middle River in Broward County, Florida. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 68 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 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 24,500 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,508 by 2042. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 97 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSR-845 (powerline)
CrossesS. Fork Middle River
Location0.7 Mi. S. of Oak Pk Blvd
RouteState Highway 845
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.15567, -80.15429
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.2 US tons
Inventory rating44.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width97 ft (29.5 m)
Roadway width85 ft (25.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,500 (2024)
Projected traffic42,508 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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-845 (powerline) over S. Fork Middle River built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.

What condition is SR-845 (powerline) over S. Fork Middle River 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SR-845 (powerline) over S. Fork Middle River carry?

About 24,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR-845 (powerline) over S. Fork Middle River?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 97 ft wide.

Who owns SR-845 (powerline) over S. Fork Middle River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.