US Bridges

SR 91 Tpk NB 291.2 over Palatlakaha River

Fair

Lake County, Florida · 1.4 Miles S of CR 33 · Structure no. 110075

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
160 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
29,300
2022 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

SR 91 Tpk NB 291.2 over Palatlakaha River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SR 91 Tpk NB 291.2 over Palatlakaha River in Lake County, Florida. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 61 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 29,300 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,836 by 2042. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 91 Tpk NB 291.2
CrossesPalatlakaha River
Location1.4 Miles S of CR 33
RouteState Highway 91
CountyLake County
StateFlorida
Coordinates28.69999, -81.88024
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.5 US tons
Inventory rating33.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,300 (2022)
Projected traffic50,836 by 2042
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
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 SR 91 Tpk NB 291.2 over Palatlakaha River built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is SR 91 Tpk NB 291.2 over Palatlakaha 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does SR 91 Tpk NB 291.2 over Palatlakaha River carry?

About 29,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is SR 91 Tpk NB 291.2 over Palatlakaha River?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SR 91 Tpk NB 291.2 over Palatlakaha River?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.