Broward County Bridge Report Card
Broward County scores 94 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Broward County, Florida
Broward County has 685 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 10 rated poor and 11 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.5% is at or below the 2.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 36,953 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Broward County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 94/100 (A). The county has 685 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 10 in poor condition and 11 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 36,953 daily vehicle crossings. Poor condition does not mean unsafe; bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.
How the Score Breaks Down
| Factor | Weight | County Value | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poor-condition bridge share | 40 | 1.5% | 2.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.6% | 3.2 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 43 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 22,318,648 measured daily crossings | 0.0 |
Score = 100 minus weighted penalties. The score is a comparative research signal, not an official safety rating. Read the full methodology.
County Comparisons
| County Poor-Condition Share | 1.5% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 2.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.6% |
| Average Bridge Age | 43 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 36,953 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Broward County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I-75 (sr-93) SB over Glades PKWY (nw 196 Ave) | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 16,750 | 1980 |
| North Ocean Drive over New River Sound | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,333 | 1965 |
| West Lake Drive over Diane River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,690 | 1956 |
| West Lake Drive over Stranahan River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,690 | 1956 |
| West Lake Drive over Stranahan River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,690 | 1956 |
| SE 15th Ave. over Tern Waterway | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,528 | 1955 |
| West Lake Drive over Estelle River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,600 | 1956 |
| Terra Mar Drive over Spanish River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,040 | 1981 |
| NE 1st Street over Stranahan Lake | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 832 | 1940 |
| SE 7th ST over Rio Cordova | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 800 | 1972 |
Important safety note
Poor condition does not mean a bridge is unsafe. It means at least one major component has significant deterioration and the bridge is a priority for maintenance, repair, or replacement. Bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.