Bus US-41 (SR-45) over Manatee River
FairManatee County, Florida · 0.1 MI N of SR-64 · Structure no. 130132
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 3,802 ft
- 45 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 41,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bus US-41 (SR-45) over Manatee River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bus US-41 (SR-45) over Manatee River in Manatee County, Florida. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 41,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 71,135 by 2044. The structure is 3,802 ft (1,159 m) long and 91 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bus US-41 (SR-45) over Manatee River built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bus US-41 (SR-45) over Manatee River 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 2024.
How much traffic does Bus US-41 (SR-45) over Manatee River carry?
About 41,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Bus US-41 (SR-45) over Manatee River?
The structure is 3,802 ft (1,159 m) long with a longest span of 127 ft (38.8 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.
Who owns Bus US-41 (SR-45) over Manatee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.