SR78 over L-41 Canal
GoodGlades County, Florida · 3.5MI East of US-27 · Structure no. 050065
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 115 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,409
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR78 over L-41 Canal is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR78 over L-41 Canal in Glades County, Florida. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 4,409 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,650 by 2044. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR78 over L-41 Canal built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR78 over L-41 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 SR78 over L-41 Canal carry?
About 4,409 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is SR78 over L-41 Canal?
The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns SR78 over L-41 Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.