US-41 (SR-45) over Imperial River
FairLee County, Florida · 0.5MI N of SR-865 · Structure no. 120085
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 820 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 58,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-41 (SR-45) over Imperial River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-41 (SR-45) over Imperial River in Lee County, Florida. It was built in 1976 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 49 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 58,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 101,498 by 2044. The structure is 820 ft (249.9 m) long and 127 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Imperial River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is US-41 (SR-45) over Imperial 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US-41 (SR-45) over Imperial River carry?
About 58,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US-41 (SR-45) over Imperial River?
The structure is 820 ft (249.9 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (20.9 m) and a deck 127 ft wide.
Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over Imperial River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.