US-17 SB (SR-35) over Shell Creek
FairCharlotte County, Florida · 4.6MI North of I-75 · Structure no. 010093
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 432 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,350
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-17 SB (SR-35) over Shell Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US-17 SB (SR-35) over Shell Creek in Charlotte County, Florida. It was built in 1986 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 7,350 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,752 by 2044. The structure is 432 ft (131.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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-17 SB (SR-35) over Shell Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is US-17 SB (SR-35) over Shell 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 US-17 SB (SR-35) over Shell Creek carry?
About 7,350 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US-17 SB (SR-35) over Shell Creek?
The structure is 432 ft (131.7 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US-17 SB (SR-35) over Shell Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.