Atlantic Shores Bl over Three Island Canal
FairPosted for loadBroward County, Florida · .02MI E of Diplomat Pkwy · Structure no. 866100
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 225 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,403
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Atlantic Shores Bl over Three Island Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Atlantic Shores Bl over Three Island Canal in Broward County, Florida. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 8,403 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,880 by 2042. The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Atlantic Shores Bl over Three Island Canal built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Atlantic Shores Bl over Three Island 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does Atlantic Shores Bl over Three Island Canal carry?
About 8,403 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Atlantic Shores Bl over Three Island Canal?
The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns Atlantic Shores Bl over Three Island Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.