43rd Street South over Clam Bayou Outfall
PoorPinellas County, Florida · 0.8 MI S of Central Ave · Structure no. 157139
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,667
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
43rd Street South over Clam Bayou Outfall is a concrete culvert carrying 43rd Street South over Clam Bayou Outfall in Pinellas County, Florida. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger than the Florida average of 41.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 2,667 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,627 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 43rd Street South over Clam Bayou Outfall built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is 43rd Street South over Clam Bayou Outfall in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does 43rd Street South over Clam Bayou Outfall carry?
About 2,667 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is 43rd Street South over Clam Bayou Outfall?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns 43rd Street South over Clam Bayou Outfall?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.