US Bridges

CR884 Veterans Pky over Caloosahatchee River

Good

Lee County, Florida · 3.0MI West of US-41 · Structure no. 124096

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
7,172 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
57,350
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR884 Veterans Pky over Caloosahatchee River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR884 Veterans Pky over Caloosahatchee River in Lee 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 57,350 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,218 by 2044. The structure is 7,172 ft (2,186 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesCR884 Veterans Pky
CrossesCaloosahatchee River
Location3.0MI West of US-41
RouteCounty Highway 884
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.60091, -81.90074
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.2 US tons
Inventory rating37.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+60 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length7,172 ft (2,186 m)
Longest span200 ft (61 m)
Deck width81 ft (24.7 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic57,350 (2024)
Projected traffic60,218 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was CR884 Veterans Pky over Caloosahatchee River built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR884 Veterans Pky over Caloosahatchee 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does CR884 Veterans Pky over Caloosahatchee River carry?

About 57,350 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is CR884 Veterans Pky over Caloosahatchee River?

The structure is 7,172 ft (2,186 m) long with a longest span of 200 ft (61 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.

Who owns CR884 Veterans Pky over Caloosahatchee River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.