US Bridges

US 41 (sr 90) over Gator Hole

Good

Collier County, Florida · 1.8MI East of SR-29 · Structure no. 030194

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,400
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 41 (sr 90) over Gator Hole is a concrete culvert carrying US 41 (sr 90) over Gator Hole in Collier County, Florida. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 3,400 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,899 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.3 mi (68 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 41 (sr 90)
CrossesGator Hole
Location1.8MI East of SR-29
RouteU.S. Route 41
CountyCollier County
StateFlorida
Coordinates25.90151, -81.33623
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81.7 US tons
Inventory rating49.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,400 (2024)
Projected traffic5,899 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed42.3 mi (68 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 90) over Gator Hole built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 41 (sr 90) over Gator Hole 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 41 (sr 90) over Gator Hole carry?

About 3,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 41 (sr 90) over Gator Hole?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns US 41 (sr 90) over Gator Hole?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.