US Bridges

SB University Dr. over Canal L-106

Good

Broward County, Florida · .4 MI N of Atlantic Blvd. · Structure no. 860365

Built
1974
51 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
60 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,250
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SB University Dr. over Canal L-106 is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SB University Dr. over Canal L-106 in Broward County, Florida. It was built in 1974 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 51 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 21,250 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,869 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSB University Dr.
CrossesCanal L-106
Location.4 MI N of Atlantic Blvd.
RouteState Highway 817
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.24663, -80.25334
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.5 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.2 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,250 (2023)
Projected traffic36,869 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Canal L-106 built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is SB University Dr. over Canal L-106 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does SB University Dr. over Canal L-106 carry?

About 21,250 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SB University Dr. over Canal L-106?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns SB University Dr. over Canal L-106?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.