US Bridges

SR-50(CORTEZ Blvd) over Tylers Drain

Good

Hernando County, Florida · 1.7 Miles W of SR-577 · Structure no. 080065

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
19,700
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-50(CORTEZ Blvd) over Tylers Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SR-50(CORTEZ Blvd) over Tylers Drain in Hernando County, Florida. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 19,700 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,180 by 2045. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSR-50(CORTEZ Blvd)
CrossesTylers Drain
Location1.7 Miles W of SR-577
RouteState Highway 50
StateFlorida
Coordinates28.54116, -82.44424
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,700 (2025)
Projected traffic34,180 by 2045
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 SR-50(CORTEZ Blvd) over Tylers Drain built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR-50(CORTEZ Blvd) over Tylers Drain 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 SR-50(CORTEZ Blvd) over Tylers Drain carry?

About 19,700 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR-50(CORTEZ Blvd) over Tylers Drain?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns SR-50(CORTEZ Blvd) over Tylers Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.