US Bridges

CR-490 over SR-589 (suncoast Pkwy )

Good

Citrus County, Florida · 1.7MI S/O SR-44 · Structure no. 024056

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
298 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,250
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR-490 over SR-589 (suncoast Pkwy ) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR-490 over SR-589 (suncoast Pkwy ) in Citrus County, Florida. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 9,250 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,563 by 2044. The structure is 298 ft (90.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

CarriesCR-490
CrossesSR-589 (suncoast Pkwy )
Location1.7MI S/O SR-44
RouteCounty Highway 490
StateFlorida
Coordinates28.83417, -82.51639
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length298 ft (90.8 m)
Longest span149 ft (45.4 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,250 (2024)
Projected traffic11,563 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 CR-490 over SR-589 (suncoast Pkwy ) built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR-490 over SR-589 (suncoast Pkwy ) 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does CR-490 over SR-589 (suncoast Pkwy ) carry?

About 9,250 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is CR-490 over SR-589 (suncoast Pkwy )?

The structure is 298 ft (90.8 m) long with a longest span of 149 ft (45.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns CR-490 over SR-589 (suncoast Pkwy )?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.