US Bridges

US-41 (SR-45) over Cedar Hammock Canal

Good

Manatee County, Florida · 984 Ft S of SR-684 · Structure no. 130043

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
44,500
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-41 (SR-45) over Cedar Hammock Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US-41 (SR-45) over Cedar Hammock Canal in Manatee County, Florida. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 44,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,625 by 2042. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS-41 (SR-45)
CrossesCedar Hammock Canal
Location984 Ft S of SR-684
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.45907, -82.57536
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88.8 US tons
Inventory rating53.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length20 ft (6.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic44,500 (2023)
Projected traffic55,625 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-41 (SR-45) over Cedar Hammock Canal built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-41 (SR-45) over Cedar Hammock Canal 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US-41 (SR-45) over Cedar Hammock Canal carry?

About 44,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US-41 (SR-45) over Cedar Hammock Canal?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over Cedar Hammock Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.