Veronica Shoemaker over Billy Creek
GoodPosted for loadLee County, Florida · 0.2MI S of SR-80 · Structure no. 125003
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Veronica Shoemaker over Billy Creek is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying Veronica Shoemaker over Billy Creek in Lee County, Florida. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 14,400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,800 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 32 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 Veronica Shoemaker over Billy Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Veronica Shoemaker over Billy 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Veronica Shoemaker over Billy Creek carry?
About 14,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Veronica Shoemaker over Billy Creek?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Veronica Shoemaker over Billy Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.