US Bridges

Mendoza RD (37th) over I-75 (SR-93)

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Manatee County, Florida · 2.0 MI S of I-275 · Structure no. 130107

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
284 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,200
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mendoza RD (37th) over I-75 (SR-93) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mendoza RD (37th) over I-75 (SR-93) in Manatee County, Florida. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 9,200 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,962 by 2042. The structure is 284 ft (86.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesMendoza RD (37th)
CrossesI-75 (SR-93)
Location2.0 MI S of I-275
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyManatee County
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.54686, -82.51089
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.1 US tons
Inventory rating30.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length284 ft (86.6 m)
Longest span112 ft (34.1 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,200 (2023)
Projected traffic15,962 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mendoza RD (37th) over I-75 (SR-93) built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mendoza RD (37th) over I-75 (SR-93) 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 Mendoza RD (37th) over I-75 (SR-93) carry?

About 9,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Mendoza RD (37th) over I-75 (SR-93)?

The structure is 284 ft (86.6 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Mendoza RD (37th) over I-75 (SR-93)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.