US Bridges

Edgewater Dr. over Elkcam Waterway

Fair

Charlotte County, Florida · 1.25MI W of US-41 · Structure no. 014074

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
91 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,200
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Edgewater Dr. over Elkcam Waterway is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Edgewater Dr. over Elkcam Waterway in Charlotte County, Florida. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 13,200 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,902 by 2042. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesEdgewater Dr.
CrossesElkcam Waterway
Location1.25MI W of US-41
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyCharlotte County
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.96552, -82.09681
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating50.7 US tons
Inventory rating33.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length91 ft (27.7 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width100 ft (30.6 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,200 (2023)
Projected traffic22,902 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Edgewater Dr. over Elkcam Waterway built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Edgewater Dr. over Elkcam 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 2023.

How much traffic does Edgewater Dr. over Elkcam Waterway carry?

About 13,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Edgewater Dr. over Elkcam Waterway?

The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.

Who owns Edgewater Dr. over Elkcam Waterway?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.