SR-70 over Braden River
GoodManatee County, Florida · 5.5 MI East of I-75 · Structure no. 130113
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old, rebuilt 1977
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR-70 over Braden River is a concrete culvert carrying SR-70 over Braden River in Manatee County, Florida. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 55 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 19,800 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,353 by 2044. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR-70 over Braden River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.
What condition is SR-70 over Braden River 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 Braden River carry?
About 19,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR-70 over Braden River?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns SR-70 over Braden River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.