US Bridges

SR-93 (I-75) over Drainage Canal

Good

Broward County, Florida · 3.8 Mi. East of CR-833 · Structure no. 860534

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
32,671
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-93 (I-75) over Drainage Canal is a concrete culvert carrying SR-93 (I-75) over Drainage Canal in Broward County, Florida. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 32,671 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,684 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.

CarriesSR-93 (I-75)
CrossesDrainage Canal
Location3.8 Mi. East of CR-833
RouteInterstate 75
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.16138, -80.79606
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating60 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic32,671 (2022)
Projected traffic56,684 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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-93 (I-75) over Drainage Canal built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR-93 (I-75) over Drainage 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SR-93 (I-75) over Drainage Canal carry?

About 32,671 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SR-93 (I-75) over Drainage Canal?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns SR-93 (I-75) over Drainage Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.