Matheson Avenue over Imperial River
GoodLee County, Florida · 0.2 MI S of Goodwin ST · Structure no. 124005
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,140
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Matheson Avenue over Imperial River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Matheson Avenue over Imperial River in Lee County, Florida. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 2,140 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,675 by 2042. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Matheson Avenue over Imperial River built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Matheson Avenue over Imperial River 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 2023.
How much traffic does Matheson Avenue over Imperial River carry?
About 2,140 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Matheson Avenue over Imperial River?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.5 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Matheson Avenue over Imperial River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.