US Bridges

I-595 EB over University DR (SR-817)

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Broward County, Florida · 2.25MI W of Fl Tpk · Structure no. 860665

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
299 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
74,452
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-595 EB over University DR (SR-817) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-595 EB over University DR (SR-817) in Broward County, Florida. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 74,452 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 129,173 by 2044. The structure is 299 ft (91.2 m) long and 81 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesI-595 EB
CrossesUniversity DR (SR-817)
Location2.25MI W of Fl Tpk
RouteInterstate 595
CountyBroward County
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.09856, -80.25075
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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.8 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length299 ft (91.2 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width81 ft (24.8 m)
Roadway width78 ft (23.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck17 ft (5.1 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic74,452 (2022)
Projected traffic129,173 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-595 EB over University DR (SR-817) built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-595 EB over University DR (SR-817) 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 I-595 EB over University DR (SR-817) carry?

About 74,452 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is I-595 EB over University DR (SR-817)?

The structure is 299 ft (91.2 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.

Who owns I-595 EB over University DR (SR-817)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.