Flaghole RD over Eds Slough
GoodHendry County, Florida · Flaghole RD at US-27 · Structure no. 074017
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 880
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Flaghole RD over Eds Slough is a concrete culvert carrying Flaghole RD over Eds Slough in Hendry County, Florida. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 55 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 880 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,100 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Flaghole RD over Eds Slough built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is Flaghole RD over Eds Slough 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Flaghole RD over Eds Slough carry?
About 880 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Flaghole RD over Eds Slough?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Flaghole RD over Eds Slough?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.