US-41 (SR-45) over Spring Creek
FairLee County, Florida · 0.5MI N. of North Bay DR · Structure no. 120095
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 145 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 47,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-41 (SR-45) over Spring Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US-41 (SR-45) over Spring Creek 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 47,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 81,545 by 2044. The structure is 145 ft (44.2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-41 (SR-45) over Spring Creek 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 Spring 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 2024.
How much traffic does US-41 (SR-45) over Spring Creek carry?
About 47,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US-41 (SR-45) over Spring Creek?
The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 127 ft wide.
Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.