Nelson Road SB over Frontier Canal
GoodLee County, Florida · 0.5MI N of Diplomat Pkwy · Structure no. 125677
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 66 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,550
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nelson Road SB over Frontier Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Nelson Road SB over Frontier Canal in Lee County, Florida. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 2,550 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,462 by 2042. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 Nelson Road SB over Frontier Canal built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nelson Road SB over Frontier 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Nelson Road SB over Frontier Canal carry?
About 2,550 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Nelson Road SB over Frontier Canal?
The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Nelson Road SB over Frontier Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.