US Bridges

Griffin RD(SR-818) over C-11 Spur Canal

Good

Broward County, Florida · 0.7MI West of SR-817 · Structure no. 860138

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 2002
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
37,500
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Griffin RD(SR-818) over C-11 Spur Canal is a concrete culvert carrying Griffin RD(SR-818) over C-11 Spur Canal in Broward County, Florida. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 61 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 37,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 65,062 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).

CarriesGriffin RD(SR-818)
CrossesC-11 Spur Canal
Location0.7MI West of SR-817
RouteState Highway 818
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.06459, -80.26444
Functional classUrban Minor 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating27.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,500 (2023)
Projected traffic65,062 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5.6 mi (9 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Griffin RD(SR-818) over C-11 Spur Canal built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.

What condition is Griffin RD(SR-818) over C-11 Spur 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Griffin RD(SR-818) over C-11 Spur Canal carry?

About 37,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Griffin RD(SR-818) over C-11 Spur Canal?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Griffin RD(SR-818) over C-11 Spur Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.