US Bridges

US-17 SB (SR-35) over Thompson Branch

Good

Hardee County, Florida · 1.8 Miles North of SR-64 · Structure no. 060058

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,000
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-17 SB (SR-35) over Thompson Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US-17 SB (SR-35) over Thompson Branch in Hardee County, Florida. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,820 by 2044. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS-17 SB (SR-35)
CrossesThompson Branch
Location1.8 Miles North of SR-64
RouteU.S. Route 35
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.52471, -81.80929
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating83.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,000 (2024)
Projected traffic20,820 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 SB (SR-35) over Thompson Branch built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-17 SB (SR-35) over Thompson Branch 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US-17 SB (SR-35) over Thompson Branch carry?

About 12,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US-17 SB (SR-35) over Thompson Branch?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns US-17 SB (SR-35) over Thompson Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.