US Bridges

SB University Dr. over Plantation Canal C-12

Fair

Broward County, Florida · 1.1MI N of Broward Blvd. · Structure no. 860185

Built
1972
53 years old, rebuilt 1981
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
60 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
28,750
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SB University Dr. over Plantation Canal C-12 is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SB University Dr. over Plantation Canal C-12 in Broward County, Florida. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 53 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 28,750 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,881 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSB University Dr.
CrossesPlantation Canal C-12
Location1.1MI N of Broward Blvd.
RouteState Highway 817
CountyBroward County
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.13568, -80.25696
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88.3 US tons
Inventory rating53 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.6 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,750 (2023)
Projected traffic49,881 by 2042
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 SB University Dr. over Plantation Canal C-12 built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.

What condition is SB University Dr. over Plantation Canal C-12 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SB University Dr. over Plantation Canal C-12 carry?

About 28,750 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is SB University Dr. over Plantation Canal C-12?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns SB University Dr. over Plantation Canal C-12?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.