CR-74 over Babcock Drainage
FairCharlotte County, Florida · 1.2 MI West of SR-31 · Structure no. 010017
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR-74 over Babcock Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying CR-74 over Babcock Drainage in Charlotte County, Florida. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 70 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 5,300 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,196 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).
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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 CR-74 over Babcock Drainage built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is CR-74 over Babcock Drainage 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does CR-74 over Babcock Drainage carry?
About 5,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is CR-74 over Babcock Drainage?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns CR-74 over Babcock Drainage?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.