9th Ave West over Wares Creek
GoodManatee County, Florida · 0.3 MI West of US-41B · Structure no. 135258
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 61 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,400
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
9th Ave West over Wares Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 9th Ave West over Wares Creek in Manatee County, Florida. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 7,400 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,839 by 2044. The structure is 61 ft (18.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 9th Ave West over Wares Creek built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is 9th Ave West over Wares Creek 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 9th Ave West over Wares Creek carry?
About 7,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is 9th Ave West over Wares Creek?
The structure is 61 ft (18.7 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.7 m).
Who owns 9th Ave West over Wares Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.