SR-78 over Sharp Bend Canal
GoodGlades County, Florida · 1.8 MI W of US-27 · Structure no. 050060
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,800
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR-78 over Sharp Bend Canal is a concrete culvert carrying SR-78 over Sharp Bend Canal in Glades County, Florida. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 3,800 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,593 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 SR-78 over Sharp Bend Canal built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR-78 over Sharp Bend Canal 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does SR-78 over Sharp Bend Canal carry?
About 3,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is SR-78 over Sharp Bend Canal?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns SR-78 over Sharp Bend Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.