Blue Heron Blvd. over Drainage Canal
FairPalm Beach County, Florida · 0.6MI East of Congress Av · Structure no. 930523
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 41,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Blue Heron Blvd. over Drainage Canal is a concrete culvert carrying Blue Heron Blvd. over Drainage Canal in Palm Beach County, Florida. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 41,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 71,135 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Blue Heron Blvd. over Drainage Canal built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blue Heron Blvd. over Drainage Canal in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does Blue Heron Blvd. over Drainage Canal carry?
About 41,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Blue Heron Blvd. over Drainage Canal?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Blue Heron Blvd. over Drainage Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.