SR-39 over Heron Branch
GoodHillsborough County, Florida · 8.8 MI North of I-4 · Structure no. 100038
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR-39 over Heron Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR-39 over Heron Branch in Hillsborough County, Florida. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 84 years old, older 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 13,000 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,250 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR-39 over Heron Branch built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is SR-39 over Heron 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SR-39 over Heron Branch carry?
About 13,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SR-39 over Heron Branch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns SR-39 over Heron Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.