US-41 (SR-45) over Drainage Canal 046
FairCollier County, Florida · 10 MI SE of SR-951 · Structure no. 030046
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-41 (SR-45) over Drainage Canal 046 is a concrete slab carrying US-41 (SR-45) over Drainage Canal 046 in Collier County, Florida. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older 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 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,205 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-41 (SR-45) over Drainage Canal 046 built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-41 (SR-45) over Drainage Canal 046 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US-41 (SR-45) over Drainage Canal 046 carry?
About 3,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-41 (SR-45) over Drainage Canal 046?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over Drainage Canal 046?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.