US Bridges

SR-636 (SR-64A) over Max Branch

Fair

Hardee County, Florida · 3.6 MI East of US-17 · Structure no. 060028

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1982
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,500
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-636 (SR-64A) over Max Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR-636 (SR-64A) over Max Branch in Hardee County, Florida. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 93 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 4,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,808 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesSR-636 (SR-64A)
CrossesMax Branch
Location3.6 MI East of US-17
RouteState Highway 636
CountyHardee County
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.55142, -81.75126
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.5 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,500 (2023)
Projected traffic7,808 by 2042
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR-636 (SR-64A) over Max Branch built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.

What condition is SR-636 (SR-64A) over Max Branch 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does SR-636 (SR-64A) over Max Branch carry?

About 4,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR-636 (SR-64A) over Max Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns SR-636 (SR-64A) over Max Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.