US Bridges

US-41 (SR-45) over Ten Mile Canal

Good

Lee County, Florida · 2.3MI South of CR-865 · Structure no. 120172

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
170 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
60,000
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-41 (SR-45) over Ten Mile Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-41 (SR-45) over Ten Mile Canal in Lee County, Florida. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 60,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 104,100 by 2044. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 135 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS-41 (SR-45)
CrossesTen Mile Canal
Location2.3MI South of CR-865
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.49946, -81.8539
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.2 US tons
Inventory rating45.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length170 ft (51.8 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.2 m)
Deck width135 ft (41.3 m)
Roadway width87 ft (26.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60,000 (2024)
Projected traffic104,100 by 2044
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-41 (SR-45) over Ten Mile Canal built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-41 (SR-45) over Ten Mile 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US-41 (SR-45) over Ten Mile Canal carry?

About 60,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US-41 (SR-45) over Ten Mile Canal?

The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.2 m) and a deck 135 ft wide.

Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over Ten Mile Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.