SR 656 (17th St.) over Intracoastal Waterway
FairIndian River County, Florida · 0.4 Miles West of SR A1A · Structure no. 880077
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 4,731 ft
- 59 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 656 (17th St.) over Intracoastal Waterway is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 656 (17th St.) over Intracoastal Waterway in Indian River County, Florida. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 22,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,170 by 2042. The structure is 4,731 ft (1,441.9 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 656 (17th St.) over Intracoastal Waterway built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 656 (17th St.) over Intracoastal Waterway 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does SR 656 (17th St.) over Intracoastal Waterway carry?
About 22,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SR 656 (17th St.) over Intracoastal Waterway?
The structure is 4,731 ft (1,441.9 m) long with a longest span of 141 ft (43 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns SR 656 (17th St.) over Intracoastal Waterway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.