US Bridges

Sun Vista Way over E Orlando Outfall Canal

Good

Orange County, Florida · .3 MI East of SR-551 · Structure no. 754078

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
49 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,585
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sun Vista Way over E Orlando Outfall Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Sun Vista Way over E Orlando Outfall Canal in Orange County, Florida. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 3,585 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,197 by 2042. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesSun Vista Way
CrossesE Orlando Outfall Canal
Location.3 MI East of SR-551
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateFlorida
Coordinates28.49239, -81.28039
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.3 US tons
Inventory rating27.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span49 ft (14.9 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,585 (2022)
Projected traffic4,197 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Sun Vista Way over E Orlando Outfall Canal built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sun Vista Way over E Orlando Outfall 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Sun Vista Way over E Orlando Outfall Canal carry?

About 3,585 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Sun Vista Way over E Orlando Outfall Canal?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Sun Vista Way over E Orlando Outfall Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.