Big Tree Road over Nova Canal
GoodVolusia County, Florida · SR-5A - Big Tree RD · Structure no. 794154
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Big Tree Road over Nova Canal is a concrete culvert carrying Big Tree Road over Nova Canal in Volusia 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 13,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,422 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Big Tree Road over Nova Canal built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Big Tree Road over Nova 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Big Tree Road over Nova Canal carry?
About 13,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Big Tree Road over Nova Canal?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Big Tree Road over Nova Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.