17th Ave W over Wares Creek
GoodManatee County, Florida · 0.30 MI W/O Bus US-41 · Structure no. 135261
- Built
- 2015
- 10 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,875
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
17th Ave W over Wares Creek is a prestressed concrete culvert carrying 17th Ave W over Wares Creek in Manatee County, Florida. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 3,875 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,844 by 2044. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 17th Ave W over Wares Creek built?
It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.
What condition is 17th Ave W 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does 17th Ave W over Wares Creek carry?
About 3,875 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is 17th Ave W over Wares Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m).
Who owns 17th Ave W over Wares Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.