SR-50 over Canal
FairBrevard County, Florida · SR-50 1.0 MI East of I-95 · Structure no. 700178
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR-50 over Canal is a concrete culvert carrying SR-50 over Canal in Brevard County, Florida. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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.
It carries about 20,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,700 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR-50 over Canal built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR-50 over Canal 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does SR-50 over Canal carry?
About 20,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is SR-50 over Canal?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR-50 over Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.