72nd Court East over Williams Creek
FairManatee County, Florida · 0.8 MI North of SR-70 · Structure no. 134141
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
72nd Court East over Williams Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 72nd Court East over Williams Creek in Manatee County, Florida. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 72nd Court East over Williams Creek built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is 72nd Court East over Williams 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does 72nd Court East over Williams Creek carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is 72nd Court East over Williams Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns 72nd Court East over Williams Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.