US-1 (SR-5) over Main Canal Vero Beach
GoodIndian River County, Florida · 0.75 Mile North of SR-60 · Structure no. 880085
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 114 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-1 (SR-5) over Main Canal Vero Beach is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US-1 (SR-5) over Main Canal Vero Beach in Indian River County, Florida. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 22,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,170 by 2044. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 US-1 (SR-5) over Main Canal Vero Beach built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-1 (SR-5) over Main Canal Vero Beach 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US-1 (SR-5) over Main Canal Vero Beach carry?
About 22,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US-1 (SR-5) over Main Canal Vero Beach?
The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.6 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns US-1 (SR-5) over Main Canal Vero Beach?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.