US Bridges

SR 589 NB Scp 26.9 over Pithlachascotee River

Good

Pasco County, Florida · 1.5 MI South of SR 52 · Structure no. 140080

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
528 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
19,350
2022 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

SR 589 NB Scp 26.9 over Pithlachascotee River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 589 NB Scp 26.9 over Pithlachascotee River in Pasco County, Florida. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger 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 19,350 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,572 by 2044. The structure is 528 ft (161 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 589 NB Scp 26.9
CrossesPithlachascotee River
Location1.5 MI South of SR 52
RouteState Highway 589
CountyPasco County
StateFlorida
Coordinates28.30906, -82.55019
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.9 US tons
Inventory rating44.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length528 ft (161 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,350 (2022)
Projected traffic33,572 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 589 NB Scp 26.9 over Pithlachascotee River built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 589 NB Scp 26.9 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SR 589 NB Scp 26.9 over Pithlachascotee River carry?

About 19,350 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR 589 NB Scp 26.9 over Pithlachascotee River?

The structure is 528 ft (161 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns SR 589 NB Scp 26.9 over Pithlachascotee River?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.