US Bridges

Veterans Walk over Riomar Bay

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Indian River County, Florida · Inside Riverside Park · Structure no. 885816

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
113 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Veterans Walk over Riomar Bay is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Veterans Walk over Riomar Bay in Indian River County, Florida. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2042. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesVeterans Walk
CrossesRiomar Bay
LocationInside Riverside Park
CountyIndian River County
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.64819, -80.36775
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60.5 US tons
Inventory rating39.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length113 ft (34.4 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width16 ft (4.9 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2024)
Projected traffic20 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
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 Veterans Walk over Riomar Bay built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is Veterans Walk over Riomar Bay 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 Veterans Walk over Riomar Bay carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is Veterans Walk over Riomar Bay?

The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Veterans Walk over Riomar Bay?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.