38th St. South over Minnow Canal
PoorPinellas County, Florida · 200FT. S of 22nd Ave. S · Structure no. 157302
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 404
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
38th St. South over Minnow Canal is a concrete culvert carrying 38th St. South over Minnow Canal in Pinellas County, Florida. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older 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 404 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 701 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (7 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. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 38th St. South over Minnow Canal built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is 38th St. South over Minnow Canal 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 38th St. South over Minnow Canal carry?
About 404 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is 38th St. South over Minnow Canal?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns 38th St. South over Minnow Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.