US Bridges

SR-54 over New River

Good

Pasco County, Florida · 1.2MI W/O Eiland/Morris · Structure no. 140144

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
36,250
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-54 over New River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR-54 over New River in Pasco County, Florida. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 36,250 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,375 by 2045. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR-54
CrossesNew River
Location1.2MI W/O Eiland/Morris
RouteState Highway 54
StateFlorida
Coordinates28.21967, -82.26572
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.5 US tons
Inventory rating42.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36,250 (2025)
Projected traffic54,375 by 2045
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR-54 over New River built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR-54 over New 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 SR-54 over New River carry?

About 36,250 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR-54 over New River?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns SR-54 over New River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.