CR-78 N. River RD over Spanish Creek
GoodLee County, Florida · 2MI W of Hendry CO Line · Structure no. 124039
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 54 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,833
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR-78 N. River RD over Spanish Creek is a steel culvert carrying CR-78 N. River RD over Spanish Creek in Lee County, Florida. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 69 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 1,833 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,925 by 2042. The structure is 54 ft (16.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 CR-78 N. River RD over Spanish Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is CR-78 N. River RD over Spanish Creek 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 CR-78 N. River RD over Spanish Creek carry?
About 1,833 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is CR-78 N. River RD over Spanish Creek?
The structure is 54 ft (16.4 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns CR-78 N. River RD over Spanish Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.