US 1 (sr 5) over Saddle Bunch #3 Channel
GoodMonroe County, Florida · N Boca Chica Key (MM14.2) · Structure no. 900092
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 738 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 1 (sr 5) over Saddle Bunch #3 Channel is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 1 (sr 5) over Saddle Bunch #3 Channel in Monroe County, Florida. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 17,600 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,536 by 2044. The structure is 738 ft (224.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 99.4 mi (160 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 1 (sr 5) over Saddle Bunch #3 Channel built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 1 (sr 5) over Saddle Bunch #3 Channel 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 1 (sr 5) over Saddle Bunch #3 Channel carry?
About 17,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 1 (sr 5) over Saddle Bunch #3 Channel?
The structure is 738 ft (224.9 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 1 (sr 5) over Saddle Bunch #3 Channel?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.