US-41 (SR-45) over Apex Creek
GoodLee County, Florida · 0.2MI N of US41 Bus Inter · Structure no. 120012
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old, rebuilt 1974
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-41 (SR-45) over Apex Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-41 (SR-45) over Apex Creek in Lee County, Florida. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1974, so it is 63 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 35,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,725 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 US-41 (SR-45) over Apex Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1974.
What condition is US-41 (SR-45) over Apex 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US-41 (SR-45) over Apex Creek carry?
About 35,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US-41 (SR-45) over Apex Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over Apex Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.