US Bridges

Colin Poucher RD over Max Branch

Good

Hardee County, Florida · 1.2 MI E of SR-64 · Structure no. 064093

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
21 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
217
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Colin Poucher RD over Max Branch is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Colin Poucher RD over Max Branch in Hardee County, Florida. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 217 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 377 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesColin Poucher RD
CrossesMax Branch
Location1.2 MI E of SR-64
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.52961, -81.72651
Functional classRural Local

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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic217 (2023)
Projected traffic377 by 2042
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Colin Poucher RD over Max Branch built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Colin Poucher RD over Max 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Colin Poucher RD over Max Branch carry?

About 217 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Colin Poucher RD over Max Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.9 m).

Who owns Colin Poucher RD over Max Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.