Ellison Wilson RD over H-20 Canal
FairPosted for loadPalm Beach County, Florida · 1.3MI N of Pga Blvd · Structure no. 934131
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ellison Wilson RD over H-20 Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Ellison Wilson RD over H-20 Canal in Palm Beach County, Florida. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5,600 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,716 by 2044. The structure is 75 ft (22.8 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Ellison Wilson RD over H-20 Canal built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ellison Wilson RD over H-20 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Ellison Wilson RD over H-20 Canal carry?
About 5,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Ellison Wilson RD over H-20 Canal?
The structure is 75 ft (22.8 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Ellison Wilson RD over H-20 Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.