US Bridges

Shinn RD (CR-609A) over Ten Mile Creek

FairPosted for load

St. Lucie County, Florida · 1.1 Miles North of SR-70 · Structure no. 940027

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
90 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,000
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Shinn RD (CR-609A) over Ten Mile Creek is a concrete slab carrying Shinn RD (CR-609A) over Ten Mile Creek in St. Lucie County, Florida. It was built in 1956, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,000 by 2042. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesShinn RD (CR-609A)
CrossesTen Mile Creek
Location1.1 Miles North of SR-70
RouteCounty Highway 609A
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.39633, -80.47271
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30.9 US tons
Inventory rating18.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length90 ft (27.4 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,000 (2024)
Projected traffic18,000 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Shinn RD (CR-609A) over Ten Mile Creek built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is Shinn RD (CR-609A) over Ten Mile Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.

How much traffic does Shinn RD (CR-609A) over Ten Mile Creek carry?

About 2,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Shinn RD (CR-609A) over Ten Mile Creek?

The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Shinn RD (CR-609A) over Ten Mile Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.