US Bridges

Boynton Beach Blvd over Lwdd E-1 Canal

Good

Palm Beach County, Florida · Boynton Bch Blvd at SR-7 · Structure no. 930464

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
62 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,900
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Boynton Beach Blvd over Lwdd E-1 Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Boynton Beach Blvd over Lwdd E-1 Canal in Palm Beach County, Florida. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 14,900 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,852 by 2044. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 148 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

CarriesBoynton Beach Blvd
CrossesLwdd E-1 Canal
LocationBoynton Bch Blvd at SR-7
RouteState Highway 804
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.52778, -80.205
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.2 US tons
Inventory rating48.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width148 ft (45 m)
Roadway width138 ft (42 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,900 (2024)
Projected traffic25,852 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Boynton Beach Blvd over Lwdd E-1 Canal built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Boynton Beach Blvd over Lwdd E-1 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 Boynton Beach Blvd over Lwdd E-1 Canal carry?

About 14,900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Boynton Beach Blvd over Lwdd E-1 Canal?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 148 ft wide.

Who owns Boynton Beach Blvd over Lwdd E-1 Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.