44th Avenue East over Bowlees Creek
FairManatee County, Florida · 50FT. E of 15th St. East · Structure no. 134128
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,118
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
44th Avenue East over Bowlees Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 44th Avenue East over Bowlees Creek in Manatee County, Florida. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 12,118 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,025 by 2044. The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 44th Avenue East over Bowlees Creek built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is 44th Avenue East over Bowlees Creek 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does 44th Avenue East over Bowlees Creek carry?
About 12,118 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is 44th Avenue East over Bowlees Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.3 m).
Who owns 44th Avenue East over Bowlees Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.