US Bridges

US-19 (SR-55) over Pithlachascotee River

Good

Pasco County, Florida · 3.7MILES North of CR 54 · Structure no. 140005

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
273 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
62,500
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-19 (SR-55) over Pithlachascotee River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-19 (SR-55) over Pithlachascotee River in Pasco County, Florida. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 55 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 62,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 108,438 by 2047. The structure is 273 ft (83.2 m) long and 117 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS-19 (SR-55)
CrossesPithlachascotee River
Location3.7MILES North of CR 54
RouteU.S. Route 19
StateFlorida
Coordinates28.26936, -82.72572
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.7 US tons
Inventory rating39.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length273 ft (83.2 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.7 m)
Deck width117 ft (35.6 m)
Roadway width85 ft (25.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic62,500 (2025)
Projected traffic108,438 by 2047
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$64,000
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-19 (SR-55) over Pithlachascotee River built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is US-19 (SR-55) over Pithlachascotee River 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 2025.

How much traffic does US-19 (SR-55) over Pithlachascotee River carry?

About 62,500 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US-19 (SR-55) over Pithlachascotee River?

The structure is 273 ft (83.2 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.

Who owns US-19 (SR-55) over Pithlachascotee River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.