SR-520 over Canal
GoodBrevard County, Florida · 1.5 MI East of I-95 · Structure no. 700169
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 2016
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR-520 over Canal is a concrete culvert carrying SR-520 over Canal in Brevard County, Florida. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 88 years old, older 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 23,500 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,772 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR-520 over Canal built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.
What condition is SR-520 over 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 2023.
How much traffic does SR-520 over Canal carry?
About 23,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SR-520 over Canal?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns SR-520 over Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.