Forest Nelson Blvd over Sunset Waterway
GoodCharlotte County, Florida · 0.8 MI N/O US-41 · Structure no. 014153
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,000
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Forest Nelson Blvd over Sunset Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying Forest Nelson Blvd over Sunset Waterway in Charlotte County, Florida. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 10,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,350 by 2045. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Forest Nelson Blvd over Sunset Waterway built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is Forest Nelson Blvd over Sunset 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Forest Nelson Blvd over Sunset Waterway carry?
About 10,000 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Forest Nelson Blvd over Sunset Waterway?
The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns Forest Nelson Blvd over Sunset Waterway?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.