Murphy Rd. over Oak Creek
GoodHardee County, Florida · 5.0 MI S of SR-64 · Structure no. 064125
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Murphy Rd. over Oak Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Murphy Rd. over Oak Creek in Hardee County, Florida. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 347 by 2044. The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 4.3 mi (7 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Murphy Rd. over Oak Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Murphy Rd. over Oak 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Murphy Rd. over Oak Creek carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Murphy Rd. over Oak Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.4 m).
Who owns Murphy Rd. over Oak Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.