US Bridges

US-41 (SR-45) over Withlacoochee River

Fair

Citrus County, Florida · 0.3MI S of E Pennsylvani · Structure no. 020026

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
276 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
21,500
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-41 (SR-45) over Withlacoochee River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-41 (SR-45) over Withlacoochee River 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 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 21,500 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,302 by 2047. The structure is 276 ft (84.2 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesUS-41 (SR-45)
CrossesWithlacoochee River
Location0.3MI S of E Pennsylvani
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateFlorida
Coordinates29.04578, -82.46475
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.2 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length276 ft (84.2 m)
Longest span69 ft (21.1 m)
Deck width79 ft (24.2 m)
Roadway width71 ft (21.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,500 (2025)
Projected traffic37,302 by 2047
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 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 Withlacoochee River built?

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

What condition is US-41 (SR-45) over Withlacoochee River 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US-41 (SR-45) over Withlacoochee River carry?

About 21,500 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US-41 (SR-45) over Withlacoochee River?

The structure is 276 ft (84.2 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21.1 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.

Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over Withlacoochee River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.