US Bridges

US-17 (SR-35) over Mcbride Branch Creek

Good

DeSoto County, Florida · 2.6MI North of SR-70 · Structure no. 040059

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,913
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-17 (SR-35) over Mcbride Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-17 (SR-35) over Mcbride Branch Creek in DeSoto County, Florida. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 10,913 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,934 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

CarriesUS-17 (SR-35)
CrossesMcbride Branch Creek
Location2.6MI North of SR-70
RouteU.S. Route 17
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.24806, -81.84611
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.9 US tons
Inventory rating43.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck99 ft (30.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,913 (2024)
Projected traffic18,934 by 2044
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed44.7 mi (72 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-17 (SR-35) over Mcbride Branch Creek built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-17 (SR-35) over Mcbride Branch Creek 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US-17 (SR-35) over Mcbride Branch Creek carry?

About 10,913 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US-17 (SR-35) over Mcbride Branch Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US-17 (SR-35) over Mcbride Branch Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.