Biscayne Blvd SR5 over Little River Canal C-7
GoodMiami-Dade County, Florida · 0.13M S of NE 79 ST · Structure no. 870002
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 86 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Biscayne Blvd SR5 over Little River Canal C-7 is a concrete slab carrying Biscayne Blvd SR5 over Little River Canal C-7 in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 97 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 36,500 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 63,328 by 2044. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Biscayne Blvd SR5 over Little River Canal C-7 built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is Biscayne Blvd SR5 over Little River Canal C-7 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Biscayne Blvd SR5 over Little River Canal C-7 carry?
About 36,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Biscayne Blvd SR5 over Little River Canal C-7?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns Biscayne Blvd SR5 over Little River Canal C-7?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.