US Bridges

Palmetto Pk RD over Lwdd E-3 Canal

Fair

Palm Beach County, Florida · Adj W Side Military Trail · Structure no. 934902

Built
1979
46 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
90 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
49,500
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Palmetto Pk RD over Lwdd E-3 Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Palmetto Pk RD over Lwdd E-3 Canal in Palm Beach County, Florida. It was built in 1979 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 46 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 49,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 85,883 by 2045. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 137 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesPalmetto Pk RD
CrossesLwdd E-3 Canal
LocationAdj W Side Military Trail
RouteCounty Highway 798
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.35063, -80.1292
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.9 US tons
Inventory rating48.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length90 ft (27.4 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width137 ft (41.8 m)
Roadway width120 ft (36.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic49,500 (2023)
Projected traffic85,883 by 2045
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Palmetto Pk RD over Lwdd E-3 Canal built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is Palmetto Pk RD over Lwdd E-3 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Palmetto Pk RD over Lwdd E-3 Canal carry?

About 49,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Palmetto Pk RD over Lwdd E-3 Canal?

The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 137 ft wide.

Who owns Palmetto Pk RD over Lwdd E-3 Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.