Morris Bridge Rd. over Hillsborough River
FairHillsborough County, Florida · 3.7MI NE of I-75 · Structure no. 100026
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 250 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,747
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Morris Bridge Rd. over Hillsborough River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Morris Bridge Rd. over Hillsborough River in Hillsborough County, Florida. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 3,747 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,684 by 2042. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Morris Bridge Rd. over Hillsborough River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Morris Bridge Rd. over Hillsborough 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Morris Bridge Rd. over Hillsborough River carry?
About 3,747 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Morris Bridge Rd. over Hillsborough River?
The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Morris Bridge Rd. over Hillsborough River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.