US Bridges

US-41 (SR-45) over CSX RR

Good

Citrus County, Florida · 0.4MI S of Withlacoochee · Structure no. 020025

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
219 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,500
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-41 (SR-45) over CSX RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-41 (SR-45) over CSX RR in Citrus County, Florida. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 16,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,628 by 2042. The structure is 219 ft (66.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesUS-41 (SR-45)
CrossesCSX RR
Location0.4MI S of Withlacoochee
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateFlorida
Coordinates29.04106, -82.46614
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating54 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length219 ft (66.9 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.8 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,500 (2025)
Projected traffic28,628 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-41 (SR-45) over CSX RR built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-41 (SR-45) over CSX RR 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US-41 (SR-45) over CSX RR carry?

About 16,500 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US-41 (SR-45) over CSX RR?

The structure is 219 ft (66.9 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over CSX RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.