SR-776 over Sam Knight Creek
FairCharlotte County, Florida · 3.2MI West of US-41 · Structure no. 010031
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR-776 over Sam Knight Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR-776 over Sam Knight Creek in Charlotte County, Florida. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 35,000 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,725 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 | 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 SR-776 over Sam Knight Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR-776 over Sam Knight Creek 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-776 over Sam Knight Creek carry?
About 35,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SR-776 over Sam Knight Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns SR-776 over Sam Knight Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.