US-41 (SR-45) over Sunset Canal
GoodCharlotte County, Florida · 1.7MI South of SR-776 · Structure no. 010042
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 56,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-41 (SR-45) over Sunset Canal is a concrete slab carrying US-41 (SR-45) over Sunset Canal in Charlotte County, Florida. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 56 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 56,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 97,160 by 2044. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 123 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-41 (SR-45) over Sunset Canal built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is US-41 (SR-45) over Sunset 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US-41 (SR-45) over Sunset Canal carry?
About 56,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US-41 (SR-45) over Sunset Canal?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 123 ft wide.
Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over Sunset Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.