US-301 (SR-43) over Little Manatee River
FairHillsborough County, Florida · 0.3MI. S of Saffold RD · Structure no. 100003
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 252 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-301 (SR-43) over Little Manatee River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US-301 (SR-43) over Little Manatee River in Hillsborough County, Florida. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 6,800 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,798 by 2042. The structure is 252 ft (76.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-301 (SR-43) over Little Manatee River built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-301 (SR-43) over Little Manatee River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does US-301 (SR-43) over Little Manatee River carry?
About 6,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US-301 (SR-43) over Little Manatee River?
The structure is 252 ft (76.7 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US-301 (SR-43) over Little Manatee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.