SW 137th Ave. over Three Lakes Canal
GoodMiami-Dade County, Florida · 0.4 Mile N of SW 184th ST · Structure no. 874345
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 167 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,034
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
SW 137th Ave. over Three Lakes Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SW 137th Ave. over Three Lakes Canal in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 19,034 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,024 by 2042. The structure is 167 ft (51 m) long and 110 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 SW 137th Ave. over Three Lakes Canal built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is SW 137th Ave. over Three Lakes 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SW 137th Ave. over Three Lakes Canal carry?
About 19,034 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SW 137th Ave. over Three Lakes Canal?
The structure is 167 ft (51 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.3 m) and a deck 110 ft wide.
Who owns SW 137th Ave. over Three Lakes Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.