US Bridges

Prosperity Farm RD over Archies Creek

Good

Palm Beach County, Florida · 0.9 Mile N of Pga Blvd. · Structure no. 934137

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
35 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,043
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Prosperity Farm RD over Archies Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Prosperity Farm RD over Archies Creek in Palm Beach County, Florida. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 15,043 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,100 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesProsperity Farm RD
CrossesArchies Creek
Location0.9 Mile N of Pga Blvd.
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.8583, -80.07181
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96 US tons
Inventory rating57.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.1 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,043 (2023)
Projected traffic26,100 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Prosperity Farm RD over Archies Creek built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Prosperity Farm RD over Archies Creek 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Prosperity Farm RD over Archies Creek carry?

About 15,043 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Prosperity Farm RD over Archies Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns Prosperity Farm RD over Archies Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.