CR494 (ozello Trl) over Salt Water Bay
GoodCitrus County, Florida · 5.7 Mi. W of US-19/US-98 · Structure no. 024045
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 194 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,160
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR494 (ozello Trl) over Salt Water Bay is a prestressed concrete slab carrying CR494 (ozello Trl) over Salt Water Bay in Citrus County, Florida. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, older 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 2,160 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,977 by 2042. The structure is 194 ft (59.1 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 CR494 (ozello Trl) over Salt Water Bay built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR494 (ozello Trl) over Salt Water Bay 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 CR494 (ozello Trl) over Salt Water Bay carry?
About 2,160 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is CR494 (ozello Trl) over Salt Water Bay?
The structure is 194 ft (59.1 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.9 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns CR494 (ozello Trl) over Salt Water Bay?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.