US-41 SB (SR-45) over Frog Creek
FairManatee County, Florida · 0.1MI North of I-275 · Structure no. 130028
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 1982
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 146 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,950
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-41 SB (SR-45) over Frog Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-41 SB (SR-45) over Frog Creek in Manatee County, Florida. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 58 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 8,950 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,188 by 2042. The structure is 146 ft (44.6 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-41 SB (SR-45) over Frog Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.
What condition is US-41 SB (SR-45) over Frog 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US-41 SB (SR-45) over Frog Creek carry?
About 8,950 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-41 SB (SR-45) over Frog Creek?
The structure is 146 ft (44.6 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns US-41 SB (SR-45) over Frog Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.