69th Ave-Whitfield over Pearce Canal
GoodPosted for loadManatee County, Florida · 0.7 MI East of US-301 · Structure no. 134037
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
69th Ave-Whitfield over Pearce Canal is a concrete slab carrying 69th Ave-Whitfield over Pearce Canal in Manatee County, Florida. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 7,200 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,492 by 2044. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 69th Ave-Whitfield over Pearce Canal built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is 69th Ave-Whitfield over Pearce Canal 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does 69th Ave-Whitfield over Pearce Canal carry?
About 7,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is 69th Ave-Whitfield over Pearce Canal?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns 69th Ave-Whitfield over Pearce Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.