IRR BIA RTE 283 over Indian Prairie Canal
FairPosted for loadGlades County, Florida · 2.6KM E Tucker & Bowlegs · Structure no. 00000000000S302
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 183 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 283 over Indian Prairie Canal is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE 283 over Indian Prairie Canal in Glades County, Florida. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 60 by 2039. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 283 over Indian Prairie Canal built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 283 over Indian Prairie Canal in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 283 over Indian Prairie Canal carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 283 over Indian Prairie Canal?
The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.1 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 283 over Indian Prairie Canal?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.