US Bridges

US-301 (SR-43) over Little Bullfrog Creek

Good

Hillsborough County, Florida · 4.1 MI N of SR-674 · Structure no. 100009

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
150 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,500
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-301 (SR-43) over Little Bullfrog Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US-301 (SR-43) over Little Bullfrog Creek in Hillsborough County, Florida. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 15,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,892 by 2042. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 136 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

CarriesUS-301 (SR-43)
CrossesLittle Bullfrog Creek
Location4.1 MI N of SR-674
RouteU.S. Route 301
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.77313, -82.33498
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.7 US tons
Inventory rating38.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width136 ft (41.5 m)
Roadway width95 ft (29 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,500 (2023)
Projected traffic26,892 by 2042
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 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 US-301 (SR-43) over Little Bullfrog Creek built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-301 (SR-43) over Little Bullfrog 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US-301 (SR-43) over Little Bullfrog Creek carry?

About 15,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US-301 (SR-43) over Little Bullfrog Creek?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 136 ft wide.

Who owns US-301 (SR-43) over Little Bullfrog Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.