SR-31 over Myrtle Slough
FairCharlotte County, Florida · 4.2 Miles North of CR-74 · Structure no. 010018
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 47 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR-31 over Myrtle Slough is a concrete culvert carrying SR-31 over Myrtle Slough in Charlotte 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 6,000 vehicles a day, roughly 46% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,410 by 2046. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR-31 over Myrtle Slough built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR-31 over Myrtle Slough 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 2024.
How much traffic does SR-31 over Myrtle Slough carry?
About 6,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 46% are trucks.
How long is SR-31 over Myrtle Slough?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR-31 over Myrtle Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.