US Bridges

WB SR - 714 over Danforth Creek

Good

Martin County, Florida · 2.5 MI East of Tpk Exit · Structure no. 890135

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
41 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,500
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

WB SR - 714 over Danforth Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying WB SR - 714 over Danforth Creek in Martin County, Florida. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 15,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,892 by 2044. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesWB SR - 714
CrossesDanforth Creek
Location2.5 MI East of Tpk Exit
RouteState Highway 714
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.17236, -80.27064
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.6 US tons
Inventory rating27.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.5 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,500 (2024)
Projected traffic26,892 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 WB SR - 714 over Danforth Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is WB SR - 714 over Danforth Creek 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does WB SR - 714 over Danforth Creek carry?

About 15,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is WB SR - 714 over Danforth Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns WB SR - 714 over Danforth Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.