US-19 (SR-55) over Bayonet Point Drain
FairPasco County, Florida · 0.5MI North of SR-52 · Structure no. 140029
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 51,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-19 (SR-55) over Bayonet Point Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US-19 (SR-55) over Bayonet Point Drain in Pasco County, Florida. It was built in 1970, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 51,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 88,485 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-19 (SR-55) over Bayonet Point Drain built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-19 (SR-55) over Bayonet Point Drain 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 2023.
How much traffic does US-19 (SR-55) over Bayonet Point Drain carry?
About 51,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US-19 (SR-55) over Bayonet Point Drain?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US-19 (SR-55) over Bayonet Point Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.