US Bridges

SR-518 over Eau-Gallie River

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Brevard County, Florida · SR-518 over Eau-Gallie R. · Structure no. 700191

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
16,600
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-518 over Eau-Gallie River is a concrete culvert carrying SR-518 over Eau-Gallie River in Brevard County, Florida. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 16,600 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,801 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR-518
CrossesEau-Gallie River
LocationSR-518 over Eau-Gallie R.
RouteState Highway 518
CountyBrevard County
StateFlorida
Coordinates28.12881, -80.65026
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating91.3 US tons
Inventory rating54.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,600 (2024)
Projected traffic28,801 by 2044
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 SR-518 over Eau-Gallie River built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR-518 over Eau-Gallie River 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR-518 over Eau-Gallie River carry?

About 16,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SR-518 over Eau-Gallie River?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SR-518 over Eau-Gallie River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.