SR-70 over Jeffs Creek
GoodManatee County, Florida · 3.1 MI W of I-75 · Structure no. 130058
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 46,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR-70 over Jeffs Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR-70 over Jeffs Creek in Manatee County, Florida. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 67 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 46,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 79,810 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR-70 over Jeffs Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is SR-70 over Jeffs Creek 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does SR-70 over Jeffs Creek carry?
About 46,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SR-70 over Jeffs Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns SR-70 over Jeffs Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.