Island Rd. over Branch of Indian River
GoodMartin County, Florida · 100FT Eof Sewalls Pt. Rd. · Structure no. 895501
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 115
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Island Rd. over Branch of Indian River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Island Rd. over Branch of Indian River in Martin County, Florida. It was built in 1964, 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 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 115 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Island Rd. over Branch of Indian River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Island Rd. over Branch of Indian River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Island Rd. over Branch of Indian River carry?
About 115 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Island Rd. over Branch of Indian River?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns Island Rd. over Branch of Indian River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.