US Bridges

SR-40 over Ocklawaha River

Fair

Marion County, Florida · SR-40 - Ocklawaha River · Structure no. 360055

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
2,734 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-40 over Ocklawaha River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR-40 over Ocklawaha River in Marion County, Florida. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older 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 5 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 17,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,362 by 2044. The structure is 2,734 ft (833.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR-40
CrossesOcklawaha River
LocationSR-40 - Ocklawaha River
RouteState Highway 40
CountyMarion County
StateFlorida
Coordinates29.21577, -81.98939
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.1 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+28 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length2,734 ft (833.3 m)
Longest span180 ft (54.9 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,500 (2022)
Projected traffic30,362 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR-40 over Ocklawaha River built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR-40 over Ocklawaha River 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SR-40 over Ocklawaha River carry?

About 17,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR-40 over Ocklawaha River?

The structure is 2,734 ft (833.3 m) long with a longest span of 180 ft (54.9 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns SR-40 over Ocklawaha River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.