US Bridges

Vandolah Road over Troublesome Creek

Good

Hardee County, Florida · 1.3 Mi. W of CR-64A · Structure no. 064092

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
850
2025 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Vandolah Road over Troublesome Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Vandolah Road over Troublesome Creek in Hardee County, Florida. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 850 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,475 by 2045. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesVandolah Road
CrossesTroublesome Creek
Location1.3 Mi. W of CR-64A
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.5239, -81.88127
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionFebruary 2025
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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating96.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic850 (2025)
Projected traffic1,475 by 2045
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Vandolah Road over Troublesome Creek built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Vandolah Road over Troublesome 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Vandolah Road over Troublesome Creek carry?

About 850 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Vandolah Road over Troublesome Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns Vandolah Road over Troublesome Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.