Kismet Pkwy over Lochness Canal
PoorLee County, Florida · 300FT E of Nelson DR · Structure no. 125584
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,400
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Kismet Pkwy over Lochness Canal is a concrete slab carrying Kismet Pkwy over Lochness Canal in Lee County, Florida. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 5,400 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,369 by 2044. The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Kismet Pkwy over Lochness Canal built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Kismet Pkwy over Lochness Canal in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in December 2023.
How much traffic does Kismet Pkwy over Lochness Canal carry?
About 5,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Kismet Pkwy over Lochness Canal?
The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns Kismet Pkwy over Lochness Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.