US Bridges

US-41 (SR-45) over Masaryktown Canal (C534)

Good

Pasco County, Florida · 1.7MI S of CR-578 · Structure no. 140028

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
150 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
11,200
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-41 (SR-45) over Masaryktown Canal (C534) is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US-41 (SR-45) over Masaryktown Canal (C534) in Pasco County, Florida. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-41 (SR-45)
CrossesMasaryktown Canal (C534)
Location1.7MI S of CR-578
RouteU.S. Route 41
CountyPasco County
StateFlorida
Coordinates28.41318, -82.47327
Functional classRural Minor 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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating53 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,200 (2023)
Projected traffic19,432 by 2042
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-41 (SR-45) over Masaryktown Canal (C534) built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-41 (SR-45) over Masaryktown Canal (C534) 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 Masaryktown Canal (C534) carry?

About 11,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US-41 (SR-45) over Masaryktown Canal (C534)?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over Masaryktown Canal (C534)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.