US Bridges

US-17 (SR-5) over Broward River

Good

Duval County, Florida · US-17 over Broward River · Structure no. 720858

Built
2024
1 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
200 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
21,500
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-17 (SR-5) over Broward River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-17 (SR-5) over Broward River in Duval County, Florida. It was built in 2024, so it is 1 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 21,500 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,303 by 2042. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS-17 (SR-5)
CrossesBroward River
LocationUS-17 over Broward River
RouteU.S. Route 17
StateFlorida
Coordinates30.43747, -81.64252
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.9 US tons
Inventory rating38.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.3 m)
Deck width94 ft (28.7 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,500 (2023)
Projected traffic37,303 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-17 (SR-5) over Broward River built?

It was built in 2024, making it 1 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-17 (SR-5) over Broward 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US-17 (SR-5) over Broward River carry?

About 21,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US-17 (SR-5) over Broward River?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.3 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.

Who owns US-17 (SR-5) over Broward River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.