US-19 (SR-55) over Alligator Creek
FairPinellas County, Florida · 0.9 Mile North of SR-60 · Structure no. 150033
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1982
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 117,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-19 (SR-55) over Alligator Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-19 (SR-55) over Alligator Creek in Pinellas County, Florida. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 77 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 117,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 146,250 by 2044. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-19 (SR-55) over Alligator Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.
What condition is US-19 (SR-55) over Alligator Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US-19 (SR-55) over Alligator Creek carry?
About 117,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US-19 (SR-55) over Alligator Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).
Who owns US-19 (SR-55) over Alligator Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.