South Gordon RD over Las Olas Canal
FairBroward County, Florida · 50FT N of E Las Olas Blvd · Structure no. 865731
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 85 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,494
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
South Gordon RD over Las Olas Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying South Gordon RD over Las Olas Canal in Broward County, Florida. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5 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 2,494 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,992 by 2042. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South Gordon RD over Las Olas Canal built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is South Gordon RD over Las Olas Canal 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does South Gordon RD over Las Olas Canal carry?
About 2,494 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is South Gordon RD over Las Olas Canal?
The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns South Gordon RD over Las Olas Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.