US Bridges

SB I-95 to SR 842 over North Fork of New River

Good

Broward County, Florida · 0.23MI N of Broward Blvd. · Structure no. 860260

Built
1974
51 years old, rebuilt 2023
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
155 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SB I-95 to SR 842 over North Fork of New River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SB I-95 to SR 842 over North Fork of New River in Broward County, Florida. It was built in 1974 and reconstructed in 2023, so it is 51 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 15,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,892 by 2044. The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSB I-95 to SR 842
CrossesNorth Fork of New River
Location0.23MI N of Broward Blvd.
RouteInterstate 95
CountyBroward County
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.12508, -80.16958
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 rating49.3 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length155 ft (47.2 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,500 (2022)
Projected traffic26,892 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was SB I-95 to SR 842 over North Fork of New River built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.

What condition is SB I-95 to SR 842 over North Fork of New 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SB I-95 to SR 842 over North Fork of New River carry?

About 15,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SB I-95 to SR 842 over North Fork of New River?

The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SB I-95 to SR 842 over North Fork of New River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.