CR-78 (n River Rd) over Trout Creek
FairLee County, Florida · 1.5 MI East of SR-31 · Structure no. 120027
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,776
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR-78 (n River Rd) over Trout Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR-78 (n River Rd) over Trout Creek in Lee County, Florida. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 2,776 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,915 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR-78 (n River Rd) over Trout Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR-78 (n River Rd) over Trout Creek 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does CR-78 (n River Rd) over Trout Creek carry?
About 2,776 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is CR-78 (n River Rd) over Trout Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns CR-78 (n River Rd) over Trout Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.