N. Wilson Ave. over Bear Creek Canal
GoodPolk County, Florida · 0.2 Mi. North of SR-60 · Structure no. 167008
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 992
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
N. Wilson Ave. over Bear Creek Canal is a concrete culvert carrying N. Wilson Ave. over Bear Creek Canal in Polk County, Florida. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 992 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,721 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N. Wilson Ave. over Bear Creek Canal built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is N. Wilson Ave. over Bear Creek 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does N. Wilson Ave. over Bear Creek Canal carry?
About 992 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is N. Wilson Ave. over Bear Creek Canal?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns N. Wilson Ave. over Bear Creek Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.