US-19 over Ross Canal
FairPasco County, Florida · 1.6 MI South of SR-52 · Structure no. 140141
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 58,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-19 over Ross Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US-19 over Ross Canal 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 58,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 101,498 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 4.3 mi (7 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-19 over Ross Canal built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-19 over Ross Canal 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 2024.
How much traffic does US-19 over Ross Canal carry?
About 58,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US-19 over Ross Canal?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-19 over Ross Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.