US Bridges

NB I-95 (sr 9) over North Fork New River

Good

Broward County, Florida · 0.17MI N of Broward Blvd. · Structure no. 860271

Built
1974
51 years old, rebuilt 2023
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
250 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
157,000
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

NB I-95 (sr 9) over North Fork New River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NB I-95 (sr 9) over North Fork 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 157,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 272,395 by 2044. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesNB I-95 (sr 9)
CrossesNorth Fork New River
Location0.17MI N of Broward Blvd.
RouteInterstate 95
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.12481, -80.16886
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 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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.3 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length250 ft (76.2 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width96 ft (29.4 m)
Roadway width93 ft (28.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic157,000 (2022)
Projected traffic272,395 by 2044
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 North Fork New River built?

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

What condition is NB I-95 (sr 9) over North Fork 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 NB I-95 (sr 9) over North Fork New River carry?

About 157,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is NB I-95 (sr 9) over North Fork New River?

The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.

Who owns NB I-95 (sr 9) over North Fork New River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.