Eisenhower Dr. over Venus Waterway
FairCharlotte County, Florida · 100FT E of Wheatley St. · Structure no. 014051
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 105 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Eisenhower Dr. over Venus Waterway is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Eisenhower Dr. over Venus Waterway in Charlotte County, Florida. It was built in 1972, 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,082 by 2044. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Eisenhower Dr. over Venus Waterway built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Eisenhower Dr. over Venus Waterway 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Eisenhower Dr. over Venus Waterway carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Eisenhower Dr. over Venus Waterway?
The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Eisenhower Dr. over Venus Waterway?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.