US Bridges

CR726 (citrus Blv) over C-44 Intake Canal

Good

Martin County, Florida · 1.74 Miles E of SR-710 · Structure no. 894057

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
80 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,400
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR726 (citrus Blv) over C-44 Intake Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR726 (citrus Blv) over C-44 Intake Canal in Martin County, Florida. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 2,400 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,880 by 2042. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesCR726 (citrus Blv)
CrossesC-44 Intake Canal
Location1.74 Miles E of SR-710
RouteCounty Highway 726
CountyMartin County
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.02428, -80.43322
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.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.2 US tons
Inventory rating42.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,400 (2023)
Projected traffic2,880 by 2042
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 CR726 (citrus Blv) over C-44 Intake Canal built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR726 (citrus Blv) over C-44 Intake 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does CR726 (citrus Blv) over C-44 Intake Canal carry?

About 2,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is CR726 (citrus Blv) over C-44 Intake Canal?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns CR726 (citrus Blv) over C-44 Intake Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.