US Bridges

SR91 SB Tpk 189.1 over Padgett Branch

Good

Indian River County, Florida · 1.4 MI S of Osceola Cnty · Structure no. 880060

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
140 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
18,350
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

SR91 SB Tpk 189.1 over Padgett Branch is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SR91 SB Tpk 189.1 over Padgett Branch in Indian River County, Florida. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 63 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 18,350 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,837 by 2042. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR91 SB Tpk 189.1
CrossesPadgett Branch
Location1.4 MI S of Osceola Cnty
RouteState Highway 91
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.64977, -80.85863
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 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 rating61.9 US tons
Inventory rating52.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.1 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,350 (2024)
Projected traffic31,837 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
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 SR91 SB Tpk 189.1 over Padgett Branch built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is SR91 SB Tpk 189.1 over Padgett Branch 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does SR91 SB Tpk 189.1 over Padgett Branch carry?

About 18,350 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR91 SB Tpk 189.1 over Padgett Branch?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns SR91 SB Tpk 189.1 over Padgett Branch?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.