US Bridges

US-41 (SR-45) over Mcmullen Creek

Fair

Manatee County, Florida · 0.75 MI S of I-275 · Structure no. 130099

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 1966
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
33,500
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-41 (SR-45) over Mcmullen Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-41 (SR-45) over Mcmullen Creek in Manatee County, Florida. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 72 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 33,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 58,122 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS-41 (SR-45)
CrossesMcmullen Creek
Location0.75 MI S of I-275
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.57445, -82.54121
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating71.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,500 (2023)
Projected traffic58,122 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 Mcmullen Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.

What condition is US-41 (SR-45) over Mcmullen 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US-41 (SR-45) over Mcmullen Creek carry?

About 33,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US-41 (SR-45) over Mcmullen Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over Mcmullen Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.