US Bridges

US98/441 SR15/700 over Drainage Canal

Good

Martin County, Florida · 7.4MI N. of Palm Beach CO · Structure no. 890155

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
60 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,800
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US98/441 SR15/700 over Drainage Canal is a concrete continuous slab carrying US98/441 SR15/700 over Drainage Canal in Martin 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 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,858 by 2044. The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesUS98/441 SR15/700
CrossesDrainage Canal
Location7.4MI N. of Palm Beach CO
RouteU.S. Route 98
CountyMartin County
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.05969, -80.64747
Functional classRural 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.
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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96.7 US tons
Inventory rating58 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length60 ft (18.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.7 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,800 (2025)
Projected traffic4,858 by 2044
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US98/441 SR15/700 over Drainage Canal built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is US98/441 SR15/700 over Drainage 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 2025.

How much traffic does US98/441 SR15/700 over Drainage Canal carry?

About 2,800 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is US98/441 SR15/700 over Drainage Canal?

The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns US98/441 SR15/700 over Drainage Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.