17th Avenue East over Drainage Ditch
GoodManatee County, Florida · 1.3 MI North of SR 64 · Structure no. 134138
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
17th Avenue East over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying 17th Avenue East over Drainage Ditch in Manatee County, Florida. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 17th Avenue East over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is 17th Avenue East over Drainage Ditch 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 2023.
How much traffic does 17th Avenue East over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is 17th Avenue East over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns 17th Avenue East over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.