US Bridges

Jensen Bch Csway over Indian River / Icw

Good

Martin County, Florida · .5MI E. of Indian R Dr. · Structure no. 890145

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
2,523 ft
17 main spans
Daily traffic
11,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jensen Bch Csway over Indian River / Icw is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Jensen Bch Csway over Indian River / Icw in Martin County, Florida. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 11,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,952 by 2044. The structure is 2,523 ft (769 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesJensen Bch Csway
CrossesIndian River / Icw
Location.5MI E. of Indian R Dr.
RouteState Highway 732
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.25278, -80.22028
Functional classUrban Minor 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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81.7 US tons
Inventory rating49.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans17
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length2,523 ft (769 m)
Longest span161 ft (49 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.2 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,500 (2022)
Projected traffic19,952 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Jensen Bch Csway over Indian River / Icw built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Jensen Bch Csway over Indian River / Icw 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Jensen Bch Csway over Indian River / Icw carry?

About 11,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Jensen Bch Csway over Indian River / Icw?

The structure is 2,523 ft (769 m) long with a longest span of 161 ft (49 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Jensen Bch Csway over Indian River / Icw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.