118th Ave over Shady Canal
FairPinellas County, Florida · 0.4MI W of SR-693 · Structure no. 156703
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
118th Ave over Shady Canal is a concrete culvert carrying 118th Ave over Shady Canal in Pinellas County, Florida. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,022 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 118th Ave over Shady Canal built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is 118th Ave over Shady 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does 118th Ave over Shady Canal carry?
About 5,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is 118th Ave over Shady Canal?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns 118th Ave over Shady Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.