US Bridges

SR 811 (ne 4th Av) over S. Fork of Middle River

Good

Broward County, Florida · 1 Mile North of SR-838 · Structure no. 860567

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
58 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,900
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 811 (ne 4th Av) over S. Fork of Middle River is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 811 (ne 4th Av) over S. Fork of Middle River in Broward County, Florida. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger 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 14,900 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,852 by 2044. The structure is 58 ft (17.6 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSR 811 (ne 4th Av)
CrossesS. Fork of Middle River
Location1 Mile North of SR-838
RouteState Highway 811
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.15125, -80.14085
Functional classUrban Minor 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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating92.7 US tons
Inventory rating55.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length58 ft (17.6 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width75 ft (22.9 m)
Roadway width61 ft (18.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,900 (2024)
Projected traffic25,852 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SR 811 (ne 4th Av) over S. Fork of Middle River built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 811 (ne 4th Av) over S. Fork of 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 811 (ne 4th Av) over S. Fork of Middle River carry?

About 14,900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 811 (ne 4th Av) over S. Fork of Middle River?

The structure is 58 ft (17.6 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns SR 811 (ne 4th Av) over S. Fork of Middle River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.