West Dixie Highway over Oleta River
PoorMiami-Dade County, Florida · 400 Ft. N of NE 172nd St. · Structure no. 874071
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 130 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,182
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Dixie Highway over Oleta River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying West Dixie Highway over Oleta River in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger than the Florida average of 41.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 5,182 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,814 by 2042. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 40 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Dixie Highway over Oleta River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Dixie Highway over Oleta River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does West Dixie Highway over Oleta River carry?
About 5,182 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is West Dixie Highway over Oleta River?
The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns West Dixie Highway over Oleta River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.