US Bridges

SR-44 over Samsula Canal

Good

Volusia County, Florida · 1.6 MI E of SR-415 · Structure no. 790039

Built
1951
74 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,400
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-44 over Samsula Canal is a concrete culvert carrying SR-44 over Samsula Canal in Volusia County, Florida. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 74 years old, older 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 15,400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,719 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSR-44
CrossesSamsula Canal
Location1.6 MI E of SR-415
RouteState Highway 44
CountyVolusia County
StateFlorida
Coordinates29.01166, -81.04158
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.2 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,400 (2022)
Projected traffic26,719 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 SR-44 over Samsula Canal built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

What condition is SR-44 over Samsula 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR-44 over Samsula Canal carry?

About 15,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR-44 over Samsula Canal?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR-44 over Samsula Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.