US Bridges

US-19/US-98 SB over Cross Fla Barge Canal

Good

Citrus County, Florida · 1.2 MI S of CR-40 · Structure no. 020011

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
735 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,250
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-19/US-98 SB over Cross Fla Barge Canal is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-19/US-98 SB over Cross Fla Barge Canal in Citrus County, Florida. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 years old, younger 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 5,250 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,109 by 2044. The structure is 735 ft (224 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS-19/US-98 SB
CrossesCross Fla Barge Canal
Location1.2 MI S of CR-40
RouteU.S. Route 19
StateFlorida
Coordinates29.01323, -82.6639
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.1 US tons
Inventory rating41.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length735 ft (224 m)
Longest span285 ft (86.9 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,250 (2024)
Projected traffic9,109 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-19/US-98 SB over Cross Fla Barge Canal built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-19/US-98 SB over Cross Fla Barge 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US-19/US-98 SB over Cross Fla Barge Canal carry?

About 5,250 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US-19/US-98 SB over Cross Fla Barge Canal?

The structure is 735 ft (224 m) long with a longest span of 285 ft (86.9 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns US-19/US-98 SB over Cross Fla Barge Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.