US Bridges

US-41 (SR-45) over Harbor Square Drainage

Good

Charlotte County, Florida · 0.5 MI N/O CR-776 · Structure no. 010028

Built
1948
77 years old, rebuilt 1966
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
45,500
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-41 (SR-45) over Harbor Square Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US-41 (SR-45) over Harbor Square Drainage in Charlotte County, Florida. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 77 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 45,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,875 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesUS-41 (SR-45)
CrossesHarbor Square Drainage
Location0.5 MI N/O CR-776
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.96873, -82.08034
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.8 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45,500 (2024)
Projected traffic56,875 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 US-41 (SR-45) over Harbor Square Drainage built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.

What condition is US-41 (SR-45) over Harbor Square Drainage 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 2024.

How much traffic does US-41 (SR-45) over Harbor Square Drainage carry?

About 45,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US-41 (SR-45) over Harbor Square Drainage?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over Harbor Square Drainage?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.