US Bridges

NB I-95 (SR-9) over Dania Cut-Off Canal

Good

Broward County, Florida · 0.7 Mi. N of SR-818 · Structure no. 860209

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
109,500
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

NB I-95 (SR-9) over Dania Cut-Off Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NB I-95 (SR-9) over Dania Cut-Off Canal in Broward County, Florida. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 60 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 109,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 189,982 by 2042. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesNB I-95 (SR-9)
CrossesDania Cut-Off Canal
Location0.7 Mi. N of SR-818
RouteInterstate 95
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.06817, -80.16541
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.3 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width96 ft (29.4 m)
Roadway width94 ft (28.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic109,500 (2024)
Projected traffic189,982 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was NB I-95 (SR-9) over Dania Cut-Off Canal built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is NB I-95 (SR-9) over Dania Cut-Off Canal 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 NB I-95 (SR-9) over Dania Cut-Off Canal carry?

About 109,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is NB I-95 (SR-9) over Dania Cut-Off Canal?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.

Who owns NB I-95 (SR-9) over Dania Cut-Off Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.