Sanibel Captiva RD over Sanibel River
GoodLee County, Florida · 0.5M W of Tarpon Bay RD · Structure no. 126503
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,630
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sanibel Captiva RD over Sanibel River is a concrete culvert carrying Sanibel Captiva RD over Sanibel River in Lee County, Florida. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 8,630 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,301 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sanibel Captiva RD over Sanibel River built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sanibel Captiva RD over Sanibel River 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 2023.
How much traffic does Sanibel Captiva RD over Sanibel River carry?
About 8,630 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Sanibel Captiva RD over Sanibel River?
The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Sanibel Captiva RD over Sanibel River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.