Skyline Blvd. over Vernon Canal
GoodLee County, Florida · 0.2MI Sof Cape Coral Pkwy · Structure no. 125672
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 64 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Skyline Blvd. over Vernon Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Skyline Blvd. over Vernon Canal 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.
It carries about 5,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,775 by 2041. The structure is 64 ft (19.4 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Skyline Blvd. over Vernon Canal built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Skyline Blvd. over Vernon 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Skyline Blvd. over Vernon Canal carry?
About 5,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Skyline Blvd. over Vernon Canal?
The structure is 64 ft (19.4 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.6 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns Skyline Blvd. over Vernon Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.