CR-731 over Platts Branch
GoodHighlands County, Florida · 2.0MI W of US-27 · Structure no. 094043
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR-731 over Platts Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CR-731 over Platts Branch in Highlands 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 600 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,041 by 2044. The structure is 51 ft (15.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 CR-731 over Platts Branch built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR-731 over Platts 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does CR-731 over Platts Branch carry?
About 600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is CR-731 over Platts Branch?
The structure is 51 ft (15.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns CR-731 over Platts Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.