US Bridges

I-75 (SR-93) NB over University Pkwy

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Manatee County, Florida · 3.7MI South of SR-70 · Structure no. 130160

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
278 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
70,000
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-75 (SR-93) NB over University Pkwy is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-75 (SR-93) NB over University Pkwy in Manatee County, Florida. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 years old, younger 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 70,000 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 121,450 by 2044. The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI-75 (SR-93) NB
CrossesUniversity Pkwy
Location3.7MI South of SR-70
RouteInterstate 75
CountyManatee County
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.38864, -82.44864
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.3 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length278 ft (84.7 m)
Longest span139 ft (42.4 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.7 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic70,000 (2022)
Projected traffic121,450 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I-75 (SR-93) NB over University Pkwy built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-75 (SR-93) NB over University Pkwy 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does I-75 (SR-93) NB over University Pkwy carry?

About 70,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is I-75 (SR-93) NB over University Pkwy?

The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long with a longest span of 139 ft (42.4 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns I-75 (SR-93) NB over University Pkwy?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.