Forrest Nelson Blv over Lionheart Waterway
GoodCharlotte County, Florida · 0.2MI North of US-41 · Structure no. 014137
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Forrest Nelson Blv over Lionheart Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying Forrest Nelson Blv over Lionheart Waterway in Charlotte County, Florida. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 10,500 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,218 by 2044. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Forrest Nelson Blv over Lionheart Waterway built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is Forrest Nelson Blv over Lionheart Waterway 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 2024.
How much traffic does Forrest Nelson Blv over Lionheart Waterway carry?
About 10,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Forrest Nelson Blv over Lionheart Waterway?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Forrest Nelson Blv over Lionheart Waterway?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.