US Bridges

SR-52 over Pitchlachascotee River

Good

Pasco County, Florida · 1 MI E/O SR-589 · Structure no. 140155

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
21,500
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR-52 over Pitchlachascotee River is a concrete culvert carrying SR-52 over Pitchlachascotee River in Pasco County, Florida. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 21,500 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,302 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

CarriesSR-52
CrossesPitchlachascotee River
Location1 MI E/O SR-589
RouteState Highway 52
StateFlorida
Coordinates28.32936, -82.53637
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
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 rating53.7 US tons
Inventory rating41.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,500 (2023)
Projected traffic37,302 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 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-52 over Pitchlachascotee River built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR-52 over Pitchlachascotee 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SR-52 over Pitchlachascotee River carry?

About 21,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SR-52 over Pitchlachascotee River?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR-52 over Pitchlachascotee River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.