Recreation Access over Tributary - Canal 43
GoodGlades County, Florida · Oww - Ortona Lock · Structure no. CEPSAJFL-ORTONA
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2022
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 87 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 99
- 2014 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Corps of Engineers (Civil)
About this bridge
Recreation Access over Tributary - Canal 43 is a concrete slab carrying Recreation Access over Tributary - Canal 43 in Glades County, Florida. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older 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 99 vehicles a day, projected to reach 99 by 2040. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 Recreation Access over Tributary - Canal 43 built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Recreation Access over Tributary - Canal 43 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 September 2022.
How much traffic does Recreation Access over Tributary - Canal 43 carry?
About 99 vehicles per day (2014 count).
How long is Recreation Access over Tributary - Canal 43?
The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns Recreation Access over Tributary - Canal 43?
It is owned by the Corps of Engineers (Civil).