Emerson Ave 27th a over South Relief Canal
GoodIndian River County, Florida · 2.8MI S of SR-60 · Structure no. 880088
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 113 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,900
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Emerson Ave 27th a over South Relief Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Emerson Ave 27th a over South Relief Canal in Indian River County, Florida. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 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 9,900 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,177 by 2042. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 Emerson Ave 27th a over South Relief Canal built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Emerson Ave 27th a over South Relief Canal 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 Emerson Ave 27th a over South Relief Canal carry?
About 9,900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Emerson Ave 27th a over South Relief Canal?
The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.
Who owns Emerson Ave 27th a over South Relief Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.