US-1 (SR-5) over Earman River (C-17)
PoorPalm Beach County, Florida · Just North of SR-850 · Structure no. 930003
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 2017
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 144 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-1 (SR-5) over Earman River (C-17) is a concrete tee beam carrying US-1 (SR-5) over Earman River (C-17) in Palm Beach County, Florida. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 69 years old, older 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 29,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,182 by 2044. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-1 (SR-5) over Earman River (C-17) built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.
What condition is US-1 (SR-5) over Earman River (C-17) 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US-1 (SR-5) over Earman River (C-17) carry?
About 29,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US-1 (SR-5) over Earman River (C-17)?
The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.
Who owns US-1 (SR-5) over Earman River (C-17)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.