US Bridges

US-41 (SR-45) over Pellam Waterway

Fair

Charlotte County, Florida · 300FT S of Murdock Cir · Structure no. 010044

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
38,000
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-41 (SR-45) over Pellam Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying US-41 (SR-45) over Pellam Waterway 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 38,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,500 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS-41 (SR-45)
CrossesPellam Waterway
Location300FT S of Murdock Cir
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.00978, -82.13939
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating95.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,000 (2024)
Projected traffic47,500 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Pellam Waterway built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-41 (SR-45) over Pellam Waterway 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 US-41 (SR-45) over Pellam Waterway carry?

About 38,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US-41 (SR-45) over Pellam Waterway?

The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m).

Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over Pellam Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.