Bell Blvd. over Nine Mile Canal
GoodLee County, Florida · 0.25 MI S of CR-884 · Structure no. 124911
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,880
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Local
- Other Local Agency
About this bridge
Bell Blvd. over Nine Mile Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Bell Blvd. over Nine Mile Canal in Lee County, Florida. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 2,880 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,460 by 2044. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 33 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 Bell Blvd. over Nine Mile Canal built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bell Blvd. over Nine 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 Bell Blvd. over Nine Mile Canal carry?
About 2,880 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Bell Blvd. over Nine Mile Canal?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Bell Blvd. over Nine Mile Canal?
It is owned by the Other Local Agency.