Bachman Blvd over Dorchester Waterway
GoodCharlotte County, Florida · 0.3 MI E of Atwater ST · Structure no. 014152
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,100
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bachman Blvd over Dorchester Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying Bachman Blvd over Dorchester Waterway in Charlotte County, Florida. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 3,100 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,379 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long.
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bachman Blvd over Dorchester Waterway built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bachman Blvd over Dorchester 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Bachman Blvd over Dorchester Waterway carry?
About 3,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Bachman Blvd over Dorchester Waterway?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns Bachman Blvd over Dorchester Waterway?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.