US Bridges

Belvede to NB I-95 over Mercer Ave./Csx Rr/Canal

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Palm Beach County, Florida · North of Belvedere RD · Structure no. 930485

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
367 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,800
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Belvede to NB I-95 over Mercer Ave./Csx Rr/Canal is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Belvede to NB I-95 over Mercer Ave./Csx Rr/Canal in Palm Beach County, Florida. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 7,800 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,533 by 2044. The structure is 367 ft (112 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesBelvede to NB I-95
CrossesMercer Ave./Csx Rr/Canal
LocationNorth of Belvedere RD
RouteInterstate 95
CountyPalm Beach County
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.69404, -80.0677
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69.8 US tons
Inventory rating41.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length367 ft (112 m)
Longest span184 ft (56 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,800 (2024)
Projected traffic13,533 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Belvede to NB I-95 over Mercer Ave./Csx Rr/Canal built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Belvede to NB I-95 over Mercer Ave./Csx Rr/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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Belvede to NB I-95 over Mercer Ave./Csx Rr/Canal carry?

About 7,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Belvede to NB I-95 over Mercer Ave./Csx Rr/Canal?

The structure is 367 ft (112 m) long with a longest span of 184 ft (56 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Belvede to NB I-95 over Mercer Ave./Csx Rr/Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.