US Bridges

US-41 (SR-45) over Gowers Corner Creek

Good

Pasco County, Florida · 0.1MI N of SR-52 · Structure no. 140156

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,800
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-41 (SR-45) over Gowers Corner Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-41 (SR-45) over Gowers Corner Creek 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 10,800 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,738 by 2047. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS-41 (SR-45)
CrossesGowers Corner Creek
Location0.1MI N of SR-52
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateFlorida
Coordinates28.32253, -82.50297
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.1 US tons
Inventory rating41.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length32 ft (9.9 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 traffic10,800 (2025)
Projected traffic18,738 by 2047
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 US-41 (SR-45) over Gowers Corner Creek built?

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

What condition is US-41 (SR-45) over Gowers Corner Creek 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 US-41 (SR-45) over Gowers Corner Creek carry?

About 10,800 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US-41 (SR-45) over Gowers Corner Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over Gowers Corner Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.