CR-78 over Austin Relief Canal
GoodHendry County, Florida · 2 Miles East of CR-78A · Structure no. 074029
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 64 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,080
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR-78 over Austin Relief Canal is a concrete culvert carrying CR-78 over Austin Relief Canal in Hendry County, Florida. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 1,080 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,350 by 2041. The structure is 64 ft (19.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR-78 over Austin Relief Canal built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR-78 over Austin Relief 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does CR-78 over Austin Relief Canal carry?
About 1,080 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is CR-78 over Austin Relief Canal?
The structure is 64 ft (19.6 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).
Who owns CR-78 over Austin Relief Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.