SR-60 over Dry Gulch
GoodPolk County, Florida · 3.1MI E of US-17 Overpass · Structure no. 160080
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR-60 over Dry Gulch is a concrete culvert carrying SR-60 over Dry Gulch in Polk County, Florida. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 74 years old, older 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 26,000 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,110 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 10.6 mi (17 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR-60 over Dry Gulch built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is SR-60 over Dry Gulch 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SR-60 over Dry Gulch carry?
About 26,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is SR-60 over Dry Gulch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).
Who owns SR-60 over Dry Gulch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.