US-41 (SR-45) over Scotts Canal
GoodPasco County, Florida · 4.7MILES North of SR-52 · Structure no. 140004
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-41 (SR-45) over Scotts Canal is a concrete tee beam carrying US-41 (SR-45) over Scotts Canal in Pasco County, Florida. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 years old, older 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 11,200 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,432 by 2042. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-41 (SR-45) over Scotts Canal built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-41 (SR-45) over Scotts Canal 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US-41 (SR-45) over Scotts Canal carry?
About 11,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US-41 (SR-45) over Scotts Canal?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over Scotts Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.