US-41 (SR-45) over Palm River
FairHillsborough County, Florida · 0.4 Mile S of SR-60 · Structure no. 100049
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 2015
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 732 ft
- 20 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 39,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-41 (SR-45) over Palm River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-41 (SR-45) over Palm River in Hillsborough County, Florida. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 67 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 39,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 67,665 by 2042. The structure is 732 ft (223.1 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-41 (SR-45) over Palm River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.
What condition is US-41 (SR-45) over Palm 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-41 (SR-45) over Palm River carry?
About 39,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US-41 (SR-45) over Palm River?
The structure is 732 ft (223.1 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.
Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over Palm River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.