US Bridges

US-1 (SR-5) over Frazier Creek

Fair

Martin County, Florida · Just S. of Roosevelt Br · Structure no. 890002

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 1983
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
33,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-1 (SR-5) over Frazier Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US-1 (SR-5) over Frazier Creek in Martin County, Florida. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 61 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 33,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 58,122 by 2044. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 99 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS-1 (SR-5)
CrossesFrazier Creek
LocationJust S. of Roosevelt Br
RouteU.S. Route 1
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.19708, -80.25698
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.9 US tons
Inventory rating49.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width99 ft (30.2 m)
Roadway width85 ft (25.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,500 (2022)
Projected traffic58,122 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-1 (SR-5) over Frazier Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.

What condition is US-1 (SR-5) over Frazier Creek 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US-1 (SR-5) over Frazier Creek carry?

About 33,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US-1 (SR-5) over Frazier Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 99 ft wide.

Who owns US-1 (SR-5) over Frazier Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.